To make dehydrated papaya in a food dehydrator, begin by washing fresh papaya fruit with warm water. Slice the fruit in half and remove the seeds. Peel and cut the papaya into thin slices. Place...

The best way to dehydrate grapefruit is to use a food dehydrator. Wash the grapefruit and cut it into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place the grapefruit slices on food dehydrator trays in a single layer and...

While it is possible to dry figs in the oven or by sun-drying, the best way to dehydrate figs is to use a food dehydrator. Simply set the dehydrator temperature to 130°F and let the sliced or whole...

To make dehydrated pineapples, skin and slice the pineapples into 1/2-inch pieces and place them on food dehydrator trays in a single layer. Dehydrate at 135ºF for 8-16 hours. Once dry, allow the...

Dried cranberries do go bad but can last for up to two years if stored correctly in airtight containers. Signs that dried cranberries have gone bad include a darkening of color, loss of flavor, and a...

Dried fruits such as unopened homemade or store-bought dried prunes do not need to be refrigerated. They should be stored at room temperature in a cool, dry, dark place. Once opened, dried prunes...