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31 Recipes That Will Convince You to Buy a Dehydrator


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A dehydrator is an overlooked wonder appliance! With just a few minutes of prep and a few hours in the dehydrator, you can preserve fruit, vegetables, meat, herbs, candy, and more. These recipes will convince you that you need a dehydrator in your kitchen!

Dehydrating Apples

dehydrated apples on a board.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about dehydrating apples in a food dehydrator or in an oven. Drying apples is a simple project for adults and kids and makes amazing healthy snacks.

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How to Dry Basil

dried basil leaves on a plate.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn how to dry basil in a food dehydrator, oven, microwave, or by air-drying. Drying basil is such a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple!

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Dehydrating Onions

dried onion flakes in a jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Dehydrating Onions is such a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry onions in a food dehydrator or in the oven.

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Sweet and Tangy Beef Jerky

beef jerky on parchment.
Photo credit: Grain Free Table

Beef jerky is a staple snack in our pantry. This homemade Sweet and Tangy BBQ Beef Jerky is a family favorite.

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How to Dry Tomatoes

dehydrated tomato slices on a plate.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Dehydrating tomatoes is such a delicious and simple way to preserve this tasty summer crop! Learn how to dehydrate tomatoes in a food dehydrator or in the oven.

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How to Make Tomato Powder

dehydrated and ground tomato skins in a glass jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn How to Make Tomato Powder to preserve a delicious summer crop! Homemade Tomato Powder is an incredible zero-waste addition to your spice cabinet.

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How to Dry Pears

dried pear chips in a jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about drying pears in a food dehydrator or in the oven. Dried pears are a delicious snack, or add them to baked goods and oatmeal for a tasty treat.

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How to Dehydrate Mushrooms

dried mushrooms in a pile.
Photo credit: Masala Herb

Dehydrating mushrooms can be useful and it’s super easy! I share tips and instructions on how to dry mushrooms at home.

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How to Dehydrate Chives

dried chives in a copper bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Drying Chives is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry chives in a food dehydrator or in the oven.

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Dehydrating Garlic

dehydrated garlic in a jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Dehydrating Garlic is such a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to make dried garlic in a food dehydrator or in the oven.

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Dehydrated Kale Chips

dried kale chips on a baking rack.
Photo credit: The Herbeevore

These dehydrated kale chips make a great snack you can enjoy in your dehydrator anytime! Toss fresh kale with a blend of savory spices, and place in your dehydrator for a whole food snack.

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Dehydrating Mint

dried mint in a wooden bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Drying Mint is such a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry mint leaves in a food dehydrator or in the oven.

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Dehydrating Marshmallows

dehydrated marshmallows in a blue jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about dehydrating marshmallows for a fun and crunchy addition to cocoa, desserts, or even cereal. Drying mini or full-size marshmallows is a fun and easy kitchen craft that kids and adults will love.

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How to Make Onion Powder

dried onion powder in a glass jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn how to make onion powder to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Homemade onion powder is an incredible zero-waste addition to your spice cabinet.

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Dehydrating Oregano

dehydrated oregano in a white bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Drying oregano is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry oregano in a food dehydrator, via air drying, in the microwave, or in the oven.

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Dehydrated Peaches

dried peaches in a bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about making dehydrated peaches in a food dehydrator or in an oven. Drying peaches is a simple project for adults and kids and makes amazing healthy snacks.

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Dehydrating Potatoes

dried potatoes in jars.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Dehydrating potatoes is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry potatoes four different ways in a food dehydrator for a shelf-stable stash.

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Dehydrator Mangos With Tajin

dried mango in a jar.
Photo credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance

Sweet, spicy, tart, and 100% natural, Dehydrated Mangoes with Tajín are a super easy, healthy snack with no sugar added! Coated with spicy tajín, active time is just minutes.

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How to Make Garlic Powder

garlic powder in a glass jar.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn to make your own garlic powder to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Homemade garlic powder is an incredible zero-waste addition to your spice cabinet.

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Dehydrating Peppers

dried peppers in a white bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Drying Peppers is a simple way to preserve this delicious ingredient! Learn how to dry peppers in a food dehydrator, via air drying, or in the oven.

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Dehydrated Mashed Potatoes

dried potatoes on a piece of plastic.
Photo credit: Binkys Culinary Carnival

Are you a fan of potatoes but struggle with the time and effort it takes to prepare them? Well, look no further than dehydrated mashed potatoes!

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Dehydrating Rosemary

dried rosemary in a wooden bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn how to dry rosemary in a food dehydrator, via air drying, in the microwave, or in the oven. Drying rosemary is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple!

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Spicy Homemade Snap Pea Crisps

homemade snap pea crisps on a white plate.
Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen

These homemade snap pea crisps are super simple to make in a dehydrator. They’re seasoned with spices and nutritional yeast for a tasty healthy snack that rivals the store bought kind.

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How to Dehydrate Limes

dehydrated lime slices.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about drying limes in a food dehydrator or in an oven. Dehydrating lime is a simple project for adults and kids and makes amazing additions to sweet and savory dishes.

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How to Make Dried Strawberries

strawberry slices on a dehydrator.
Photo credit: The View From Great Island

How to Dry Strawberries ~ preserve these precious spring berries long after the season has passed with this easy dehydrating technique.

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How to Dehydrate Thyme

dried thyme in a white bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn how to dry thyme in a food dehydrator, via air drying, in the microwave, or in the oven. Drying thyme is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple!

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Dehydrating Orange Slices

dried orange slices in a dark blue bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn all about making dehydrated orange slices in a food dehydrator or an oven. Dehydrating oranges is a simple project for adults and kids and makes amazing additions to sweet and savory dishes and crafts.

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How to Dehydrate Sage

a bowl of dried sage in a copper bowl.
Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks

Learn how to dry sage four ways – in a food dehydrator, in the oven, in the microwave, or air drying. Drying sage is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple!

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Backcountry Sloppy Joes

A dehydrator dinner in a plastic bag with a spoon.
Photo credit: Erica’s Recipes

Backcountry Sloppy Joes is a tangy, sweet backpacking dinner idea easy to make and loaded with flavor. Dehydrate these ingredients at home, then just add water on trail.

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Homemade Peach Leather

peach fruit leather and whole peaches on a cloth napkin.
Photo credit: As For Me and My Homestead

Making your own homemade Peach Fruit Leather is so easy!  Get out your dehydrator and make this delicious and healthy snack!

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How to Make Dried Cranberries

Dried cranberries in a white bowl.
Photo credit: Ninnescah Made

Let’s preserve cranberries! Keep reading to learn how to make dried cranberries in a food dehydrator.

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