Weight down the cabbage. so that 1 to 2 inches of brine covers it. completely. Use a heavy plate or glass. lid that fits down inside the container. If you need extra weight, seal a glass. jar or jars filled with water and set. on top of the plate or lid.
According to the Social Security Administration, the current average Social Security benefit is a measly $1,269 -- and remember recipients paid into the fund and are being repaid their earnings in the form of barely livable retirement checks.
As of 2017, Social Security maxed out at $2,687 per month for a full retiree, and $3,538 for a delayed retiree. Depending on your expected retirement spending needs, financial experts recommend saving in alternative retirement accounts as well.