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Dehydrate : Dehydrate dries with heat from a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven by the convection fan. Use Dehydrate to dry and/or preserve foods such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. This mode holds an optimum low temperature of 100 °F to 160 °F (38 °C to 71 °C) while circulating the heated air to slowly remove moisture. The oven stays on for 48 hours before shutting off automatically. Tips ▯ Dry most fruits and vegetables at 140 °F (60 °C). Dry herbs at 100 °F (38 °C) (refer to the Dehydrate Chart for examples). ▯ Drying times vary depending on the moisture and sugar content of the food, the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air. Check food at the minimum drying time. ▯ Multiple drying racks (not included) can be used simultaneously. ▯ Treat fruits with antioxidants to avoid discoloration. ▯ Consult a food preservation book, county Cooperative Extension Office or library for additional information. Dehydrate Chart Food Item Preparation Approx. drying Test for doneness time (hrs) Fruit Apples Bananas Cherries Orange peels Orange slices Pineapple rings ▯ canned ▯ fresh Strawberries Dipped in ] cup lemon juice and 2 cups water, ]" slices. Dipped in ] cup lemon juice and 2 cups water, ]" slices. Wash and towel dry. For fresh cherries, remove pits. Orange part of skin thinly peeled from oranges. ]" slices of orange. 11-15 11-15 10-15 2-4 12-16 Towel dried. Towel dried. Wash and towel dry. Sliced ^" thick, skin (outside) down on rack. 9-13 8-12 12-17 Slightly pliable Slightly pliable Pliable leathery, chewy Dry and brittle Skins are dry and brittle, fruit is slightly moist Soft and pliable Soft and pliable Dry and brittle Vegetables Peppers Mushrooms Tomatoes Wash and towel dry. Remove membrane 15-17 of peppers, coarsely chopped aobut 1" pieces. Wash and towel dry. Cut off stem end. Cut 7-12 into X" slices. Wash and towel dry. Cut thin slices, X" 15-20 thick, drain well. Leathery with no moisture inside. Though and eathery, dry. Dry, brick red color. Herbs Oregano, Sage, Parsley, Thyme, Fennel Basil Rinse and dry with paper towel. Use basil leaves 3 to 4 inches from the top. Spray with water, shake off moisture and pat dry. Dry at 100 °F 4-6 hours Dry at 100 °F 4-6 hours Crisp and brittle. Crisp and brittle. 24
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