Inulin is a naturally occurring carbohydrate found in plants such as chicory root, Jerusalem artichoke, dandelion, and agave. It belongs to a group of soluble dietary fibres known as fructans — long or short chains of fructose molecules that the human body cannot digest (Roberfroid, 2007). Instead of being absorbed in the small intestine, inulin travels to the colon, where it serves as food for beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus

Slow fermentation sometimes delivers a lumpy, ropy, sloppy, and viscous texture when making homemade yogurt and homemade kefir. Although...

Many people have asked how to make yoghurt in the Instant Pot. (Scroll down for a video explainer.)