How to Dehydrate Food: Tips and Techniques for Food Preservation

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Dehydrate Food Safely!

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:

Does Dehydrating Food Destroy Nutrients? Here's the Answer

Food spoiling in the heat of the sun

Does dehydrating food destroy nutrients? Find out which nutrients are lostā€”and how to keep your food pantry full.

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How to Dehydrate Pet Food at Home for Emergencies & Travel

dehydrated dog food (chicken chow) that looks like nuggets

How to dehydrate homemade pet food for travel, or daily feeding. Learn safe drying temps, storage tips, and how to make Chicken Chow!

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Vegetable Soup with Dehydrated Vegetables: Flavorful & Easy!

Vegetable Soup

Vegetable soup with dehydrated vegetablesā€”easy to make, nutrient-packed, and full of rich, satisfying spoonfuls of flavor!

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How to Dehydrate Seafood: Salmon, Shrimp, and Tuna

Salmon, Shrimp, and Tuna

How to Dehydrate Seafood: Salmon, shrimp, and tuna. Learn how to safely dehydrate fatty fish and lean fish.

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Conditioning Fruits and Vegetables After Dehydrating Tips

Dehydrated strawberries conditioning in a Ziploc bag

Conditioning fruits and vegetables after dehydrating ensures even dryness, better texture, and safer long-term storage.

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Storing Salt and Sugar for Long-Term Freshness & Emergency Prep

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

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Dehydrating Food at Home: A Simple, Cost-Saving Solution

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

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What Is Food Dehydrating? Beginner's Guide to Drying Food

Susan with iHeart EFD mug, and Nesco Dehydrator making raisins

Discover what food dehydrating is, how it works, and why it's a smart way to preserve fruits, veggies, meats, and more.

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Smoked Garlic Sea Salt: Rich, Smoky & Garlicky Seasoning

Dried slices of elephant garlic on Nesco dehydrator

Enhance meals with Smoked Garlic Sea Saltā€”rich, smoky, and garlicky for bold seasoning on meats, veggies, and more!

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Easy Dehydrated Food Recipes: Tasty Meals Made Simple

Beef Stew in a bowl

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

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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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Pros and Cons of Dried Fruit: What You Should Know Before Snacking

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Pros and cons of dried fruitā€”packed with nutrients but high in sugar. Learn how to enjoy dried fruit without the downside!

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How to Dehydrate Grapes for Natureā€™s Candy Anytime

raisins from large red grapes on a white plate

How to dehydrate grapes into chewy, sweet bites of natureā€™s candy AKA raisins! Perfect for snacking or adding to recipes!

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Home Freeze-Dryer Cost Comparison 2025: Worth $2,500 Investment?

Female freeze-drying food

Home freeze-dryer cost comparison: ($1,500-$4,000) plus money-saving tips. How an owner recovered costs in under 2 years!

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Delicious Carrot Cake: Super-Moist Cake With Dehydrated Carrots

A slice of carrot cake on a white and green plate, with a piece of it on a fork

Delicious Carrot Cake: A free recipe from Debby using dehydrated carrots for a super-moist carrot cake!

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Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup with Honey - Recipe

Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup with Honey

Make this easy sweet potato and carrot soup with honeyā€”perfect for long-term storage and quick, nutritious meals!

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Dehydrated Sweet Potato Treats: Human and Dog Approved

Sweet Potato chips + fries

Make these dehydrated sweet potato treats for you AND your dog. Plus dog-safe tips for sharing the love of snacking!

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How to Dehydrate Kale: 3 Easy Ways for Chips & Powder

kale on a dehydrator tray, with a bowl of powdered kale

Learn how to dehydrate kale for long-term storage. Plus make crispy kale chips + nutrient-rich kale powder!

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How to Dehydrate Peas: Easy Steps for Fresh, Frozen & Canned

Peas before and after dehydrating

Learn how to dehydrate peas from fresh, frozen, or canned for storage, snacks, and cooking. Easy, no-fuss steps!

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How to Dehydrate Pineapple ā€“ Fresh, Frozen, or Canned

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Learn how to dehydrate pineapple slices or chunks. Fresh, frozen, or cannedā€”get chewy, sweet results every time.

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Rehydrating Dehydrated Food: Pro Tips for Perfect Results

Dehydrated vegetables BEFORE rehydrating

Rehydrating dehydrated food keeps it flavorful and nutritious! Learn the best soaking, simmering, and steaming methods!

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The EXCALIBUR Food Dehydrator: Make healthy dried snacks at home

Excalibur dehydrator with four trays, front cover removed

Discover why the Excalibur Food Dehydrator is a top choice for food drying.

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NESCO Food Dehydrator: Easy to Use and Expandable

NESCO food dehydrating, running

NESCO Food Dehydrator: Easy to Use and Expandable - easily purchase affordable extra trays and accessories!

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How to Dehydrate Beans: Simple Steps for Long-Lasting Storage

green beans on a Nesco dehydrator tray

Learn how to dehydrate beans with step-by-step methods, storage tips, and easy rehydration advice.

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How to Dehydrate Vegetables: Easy Steps for Tasty Results

ehydrated onion, carrots, beets, zucchini, and red peppers

How to Dehydrate Vegetables: From broccoli to zucchini, learn how easy it is to dry and store your favorite veggies!

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