EZDRY EPD60W Instruction Manual - Testing For Dryness

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testiNg for DryNess

Remove a piece of food, let it cool. Fruits should be pliable, leathery or chip-like. Depending 

on your preferences. tear fruits in half, pinch and watch for moisture drops along tear. 

Fruit rolls should be leathery with no sticky spots. Vegetables should be tough or crisp.  

Meat and fish jerky should be tough, not brittle. 

storage

Containers for dried foods should be safe from moisture and insects. Glass jars with tightly 

fitted lids, plastic zip-lock and vacuum/heat-sealable bags are recommended storage 

containers. Food-safe metal cans, such as coffee cans or cookie tins, may be used to store 

individual bags for extra protection. store in a cool, dark and dry area at 50º - 60ºF/10º - 16ºC.

reCoNstitUtioN or rehyDratioN

Reconstituting dried foods adds yet another dimension to the versatility of daily food 

preparation. Properly dried foods rehydrate well. they return practically to their original 

size, form and appearance. there are several methods of reconstituting dehydrated food, 

including soaking foods in water or juice, placing food in boiling water, cooking, or using 

an electric steamer. It is important to remember not to add salt, sugar or spices during 

the initial five minutes of reconstitution as these additives hinder the absorption process.