How to Dehydrate Food: Tips and Techniques for Food Preservation

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The How to Dehydrate Food blog shares invaluable tips on successfully drying a variety of fresh foods and how to preserve them for long-term storage. Access Susan's free eBooks "How to Grow & Dehydrate Herbs," plus Susan's "Six Simple Steps" for drying food. Join her as she unlocks dehydrating magic!

Recent POSTS on Easy Food Dehydrating:

How to Dehydrate Pet Food at Home

dehydrated dog food (chicken chow) that looks like nuggets

Dehydrate homemade pet food for travel or daily use. Safe temps, storage tips, and DIY Chicken Chow recipe.

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How to Make Vegetable Soup with Dehydrated Vegetables!

Smiling woman enjoying a hearty bowl of vegetable soup with potatoes, carrots, and peas, sitting in a cozy chair at home.

Vegetable soup with dehydrated vegetables—easy to make, nutrient-packed, and full of rich, satisfying flavor!

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Dehydrate Seafood at Home: Safe Salmon, Shrimp & Tuna

Salmon, Shrimp, and Tuna

How to dehydrate seafood safely—salmon, shrimp, and tuna. Step-by-step prep, drying temps, and storage tips included.

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How to Condition Fruits & Veggies After Dehydrating

Dehydrated strawberries conditioning in a Ziploc bag

Simple steps to condition dehydrated fruits and vegetables: balance moisture, avoid mold, and store with confidence.

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Desiccant Packets for Dehydrated Food

desiccant packets on a wooden table

Learn how to use desiccant packets for dehydrated food to keep foods crisp and shelf stable - and what size to use!

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Storing Salt & Sugar: Keep Them Dry, Fresh for Years

Mylar bags inside plastic (lidded) bins

Best methods for storing salt and sugar to keep them dry, fresh, and safe for years.

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Banana Cinnamon Rolls – Naturally Sweet & Sinful!

Healthier Cinnamon Rolls from Chef Alicia Ojeda

Banana Cinnamon Rolls: Naturally sweet - made with dehydrated bananas, raisins, & dates. Delicious, guilt-free treat!

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How to Dehydrate Bananas for Easy, Healthy Snacking

Dehydrated Banana Chips in a green bowl

How to dehydrate bananas (no browning!) for healthy snacks and storage—perfect for chips and smoothies.

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Dehydrating Food at Home: Simple, Cost-Saving Solution

Rotting vegetables with a disgusted female frowning (from inside a refrigerator)

See how dehydrating food at home saves money, reduces waste, and preserves flavor. Easy steps to get started today!

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How to Make Dog Treats: Easy and 100% Pup-Approved!

Happy dog eating treats

How to make dog treats at home! Dehydrate healthy, homemade dog treats your pup will love—fresh and preservative-free!

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Smoked Garlic Sea Salt: Rich, Smoky Garlicky Seasoning

Crushed smoked garlic, ready to be mixed with fine sea salt

Enhance meals with Smoked Garlic Sea Salt—rich, smoky, and garlicky for bold seasoning on meats, veggies, and more!

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Easy Dehydrated Food Recipes: Tasty Meals Made Simple

Susan making celery soup with fresh ingredients

Easy Dehydrated Food Recipes: It's easy to make dishes from dehydrated fruits and veggies!

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Pros and Cons of Dried Fruit: Smart Snacking Tips

happy hiker with a bowl of trail mix

Dried fruit is packed with nutrients but high in sugar—learn to snack smart.

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How to Dehydrate Pumpkin: Make Pumpkin Dog Treats, Pumpkin Spice

pile of pumpkins

How to Dehydrate Pumpkin: Plus free recipes Fresh Pumpkin Dog Treats and Homemade Pumpkin Spice Blend.

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How to Dehydrate Grapes for Nature’s Candy Anytime

raisins from large red grapes on a white plate

Dehydrate grapes to make chewy, sweet bites of nature’s candy AKA raisins! Perfect for snacking or adding to recipes!

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