Early varieties are lower in sugar and less desirable for making kraut.
Quantity A 50-pound bag of fresh cabbage makes 16 to 20 quarts of kraut. Prepare and start the fermentation one to two days after harvesting the cabbage. Glass and food-grade plastic containers are also suitable. Many restaurants receive foods and ingredients in 5-gallon plastic pails, which make ideal fermentation containers. Do not use garbage bags or trash liners .