FOOD CUTTING:
Shred, slice or dice foods uniformly. For the best results, slices should be between ¼"
and ¾" thick.
BEFORE YOU START:
Make sure your dehydrator is clean before using it. Wash your hands, bowls,
containers, counters, boards and all utensils thoroughly.
PREHEAT DEHYDRATOR:
The moisture in the food will cause an initial temperature drop inside the dehydrator.
Preheat your dehydrator by turning it on for 5-10 minutes.
DRYING TIME:
Drying temperature is about 150° F. Drying time will vary according to the quantity of the
food, thickness of slices, moisture content of the food, number of trays being used,
temperature, altitude and humidity of the location. Make sure to remove as much
excess water as possible before starting (this can be done by patting dry with absorbent
paper).
DRYING TEST:
Do not overlap foods while drying. Make sure foods are dried completely by checking a
few samples (opening or cutting it down the middle). Adjust your drying time based on
the length of time the food will need to keep.
DRYNESS:
Check dryness after 6 hours of dehydrating and then do it every 2 hours until slices are
crisp, pliable or leathery depending on the food item.
TIPS
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