Jackfruit, durian, cherimoya, and lychee are excellent exotic fruit options for dehydrating to make healthy snacks with tropical flavor. It's best to dehydrate exotic fruits in a food dehydrator for...

To dehydrate watermelon, slice it into thin slices, removing the rind and seeds. Arrange the watermelon slices on food dehydrator trays and dehydrate them at 135°F for 12 to 18 hours. Store the...

When dehydrating food for emergency preparedness, dry the food at the recommended temperature in a food dehydrator or freeze-dryer. Condition the cooled, dried food, and store it in airtight...

When dehydrating flowers for potpourri, air-dry them to retain fragrance and mix the dried flowers with dried fruits, herbs, or spices to make potpourri. To make pure essential oil, steep the dried...

You can dehydrate grapes for raisins in the sun, food dehydrator, or oven. To dry grapes in the oven or dehydrator, wash them and blanch them to break their skins. Dehydrate the fruits at 135°F for...

Bacon dehydrates better in a food dehydrator than in a conventional oven. To dehydrate bacon, cut it into strips or slices and cook it in a skillet until crispy. Dab excess grease off the bacon...