Incredible Tricks for Preserving Cabbage

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There is just something about the crisp texture and mild flavor of cabbages, whether you enjoy making homemade coleslaw, sauerkraut, or stew. Several types are available, from green and red to savoy, and we’re always sure to include them in our yearly garden. However, harvest time means that we have to come up with creative ways to store them. There is a lot of gardening information for growing cabbages, but what about cabbage storage? Find out how to preserve these veggies using a variety of methods to keep them fresh for both the short and long term.
Some of the many ways to store cabbage may surprise you. Learn how to keep the heads in the root cellar to keep them fresh for up to three months, keep them in the fridge short-term, and freeze them for long-term storage. Discover how fermenting, and pickling cabbage are great forms of preservation and learn about the canning process to store canned goods in the pantry. Explore a range of tips for using up leftover cabbages to make everything from cabbage rolls to soups.