If the brine level falls below the level of the product during the first week dilute 1 tablespoon of salt in 2 cups of water and pour some of this brine over the product until it just covers the mixture. Weigh it down and cover.
Don't worry if the brine drops after the 7- to 10-day mark, by then you have created a safe environment and don't need to add more brine.
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If the brine level falls below the level of the product during the first week dilute 1 tablespoon of salt in 2 cups of water and pour some of this brine over the product until it just covers the mixture. Weigh it down and cover.