Our furry friends are members of the family. I love making them homemade pet treats are a healthy alternative to store-bought treats. There are several reasons why making pet treats yourself is practical, and a food dehydrator is a great tool to use. First, dehydrated pet treats are much healthier than store brands are. There have also been several scares due to recalls on pet treats in recent years. Many store brands claim to be “all-natural” but typically contain unnatural...
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Don’t let the pumpkin seeds from your Halloween Jack O Lantern go to waste. They’re a tasty snack that I like to make in a food dehydrator. Pumpkin seeds contain many essential minerals like zinc and magnesium. Also, they are a great source of fiber and rich in protein and healthy omega-3 fats. Read more about their nutrition here. Many of the nutrients hold up well to dehydrating. Here’s a quick and easy guide on how to make them. Drying pumpkin...
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Beef and other types of meat jerky are one of those items that seem to be expensive when bought a grocery store. A price of $20 to $30 per pound is not uncommon. Homemade jerky is easy to make in your kitchen using a food dehydrator and costs significantly less. In this article, we discuss the best cuts of beef, pork, and poultry to use for making your own jerky. What is the Best Cut of Meat for Making Jerky?...
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Using a food dehydrator is an excellent way to preserve food for storage that otherwise would have a short shelf life. Whether you want to take advantage of a grocery store sale, create some healthy snack for your family, or make your own dog treats with locally sourced ingredients, this guide will cover what you need to know to store your tasty creations. What Foods Can Be Dehydrated All kinds fruit, vegetables, and meat can be dehydrated if prepared properly....
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If you’re like me, you love bananas. They are inexpensive, pack great nutrition, and are a great snack when on the run. The problem I have is there is a small window to eat them before they get too ripe. This makes them a great fruit to dry in your food dehydrator to preserve their shelf life. Dried banana chips are great, but the commercially available ones have a bunch of added ingredients like sugar and coconut oil. Some manufacturers...
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Figs are a great fruit to dry in your food dehydrator. In raw form, they are perishable, so should be refrigerated if kept for more than a few days. If refrigerated, they typically last for 5-7 days, depending on ripeness. To significantly extend the shelf life, I like to dry them in a dehydrator. Dried figs can last for up to a year if properly stored in a dry location that is cool and dark. Figs have great nutritional value,...
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