What the heck is kefir? Many people are often confused why this fermented milk beverage got a nod in Canada's Food Guide, in favour of more common foods like cottage cheese. Popular in eastern and northern Europe, kefir seems to be one of the latest trends in the world of nutrition, thanks to its probiotic content - the bacteria that are used to make kefir survive the whole digestive process and make it all the way down to our large intestine, where they can help to increase the number and variety of healthy bacteria in our gut. This recipe can be easily scaled up and made ahead, so you can have delicious and filling grab-and-go recipes for the week!