Beet Kvass

• 4 pounds beets, tops removed
• Lukewarm water

Scrub the beets, then peel and cut them into cubes. Place the cubes in a 1-gallon crock. Bring water to a boil and let cool to lukewarm. Then pour enough water over the beet cubes to cover them. Cover the crock, and let stand undisturbed for several days.

After a few days, lift the cover and check the liquid. Skim off any scum or mold that has formed. (The fermenting process is very act