How Do You Dry Fruits And Vegetables With A Dehydrator?
Fruits and vegetables are cheapest when they’re in season. Learn how to dry produce with a dehydrator, and you’ll be able to stock up for year-round savings. Difficulty: EasyTime Required: 8-12 hours of drying time on averageHere’s How: • Start with fresh fruits and vegetables of the very best quality. Overripe, bruised and otherwise deteriorated produce will not yield good results when dehydrated. • Clean, hull and slice all fruits and vegetables, taking care to maintain consistency in the thickness of the slices. (This will ensure that everything dries at an even rate.) • If desired, treat apples, pears and other fruits prone to oxidation with citrus juice or ascorbic acid. This will help to retain the color of the fruit before, during and after the drying process. • Blanche broccoli, cauliflower, celery, carrots, corn, peas and potatoes to speed drying time and to help maintain color. Three to five minutes in boiling water should be adequate. • Optional: Add salt, sugar or spices to
