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Herbs
Most herbs dry overnight. You will have about one pound of dry herbs
for every eight pounds of fresh herbs. Dried herbs retain their flavor
best if they are crushed just before using. Home dehydration saves
a lot of money. Dry chives, oregano, basil, dill, rosemary, thyme, pars-
ley, mint, peppers and almost any herb you can find.
Herb Teas
Many of your garden herbs can be dried in your Food Dehydrator
and stored in air-tight containers for use throughout the year to make
delicious, healthful herb teas. Use the leaves and flowers (but not the
course stems) of most herbs like chamomile, mint, strawberry, sage,
blackberry, blueberry and others. It is simple and economical with the
Food Dehydrator. Just steep the dried leaves in a teapot and strain.
Sachets And Potpourri
Now you can save the beauty of spring and summer and enjoy the
sweet-smelling plants you have in your flower and herb garden with
the Food Dehydrator all year long. Select petals or small pieces of
the flower and place them loosely on the fine mesh tray and place
them in your Food Dehydrator. When perfectly dried (about five
hours) store the petals in decorative containers or sachet bags that
close with a ribbon. You can sprinkle the petals with spices such
as powdered cinnamon, whole cloves, a bit of dried rosemary or
mint for variety. It is best to keep the container closed until all of the
fragrances have blended. Then during the winter months the room
can have the smell of springtime. A small sachet bag may be placed
in your drawers to provide a nice lingering fragrance for years.
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