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Khlebny Kvas (Kvass)
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 12
Traditional Russian recipe that has a multi-day process to it. Kvass is considered the tsar of thirst quenchers in Russia - low-alcohol, beer like drink full of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that stimulates the circulation and keeps the intestines healthy.
Ingredients:
1 lb rye bread, freshly made
2 tablespoons brewer's yeast
1 1/2 cups white sugar or 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon mint leaf
6 tablespoons raisins
Directions:
1. Slice bread and toast in the oven. Place in a large pan and cover with 4 1/2 qts boiling water.
2. Cover and leave to soak for 24 hours. Add yeast, sugar and the mint, stir well and leave to ferment in a warm place for 10-12 hours.
3. Strain everything through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Pour into bottles, add the raisins equally and seal well.
4. Leave to chill and rest for 4 days then use as soon as possible.
By RecipeOfHealth.com