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Food Dehydrator & Jerky MakerCare/Use & Recipe Guide8425Cover 12/12/01 12:41 PM Page C1

9There are no absolutes and quite afew variables in food dehydration.The only way to become proficientis to dry, dry, and dry some more!Certain variet

Drying TimeBecause of the unique design of thepatented Converga-Flow®system ofyour NESCO®American Harvest®dehy-drator, you’ll be surprised at how quic

11• Fruit rolls should be leathery with no sticky spots. • Jerky should be tough but not brittle.• Dried fish should be tough. If the fishis high in f

The ideal storage temperature for dehydrated food is 60°F (15°C) tobelow freezing. The ideal storage placeis your freezer or refrigerator, particu-lar

13Fruits are ideal to dry because theyhave a naturally high sugar con-tent. They are high in acid (andconsequently less prone to spoilage andmicro-or

14Should I Pre-Treat?Pre-treatment isn't necessary for mostfruits. The majority of fruits are simplysliced and dried. However, some fruitstend to

ConditioningMoisture will tend to equalize through-out a container of dried fruit when leftat room temperature for several days.If some pieces are dri

Fruit Roll RecipesStrawberry Rhubarb Leather1 cup rhubarb1⁄4cup water2 cups strawberries1⁄2 cup honeyCombine 1⁄4 cup water and 1 cuprhubarb. Simmer on

17Fruit Drying GuidelinesExpect a variance in the time needed to dry different fruits. Drying times are affect-ed by the size of the load, fruit thick

Average Food Preparation Drying Time UsesGrapes Leave whole, remove stems 10-36 hrs. Raisins; use in baked goods, cereals and snacksIf blanched 6-10 h

1Printed in the U.S.A.Bolger Concept to PrintWelcome to the fun and exciting world of food dehydration, and thank you for choosing NESCO®American Harv

19Drying VegetablesSome vegetables are quite good dried.Others lose their appeal and are betterfrozen or fresh. Some vegetables arefar better frozen t

20and cook on high for about 1⁄2 of thetime required to completely cook thefresh vegetable. Depending on the ageand design of your microwave, you mayw

Average Food Preparation Drying Time UsesArtichoke Cut hearts into 1/8" strips, 6-12 hrs. Marinade or dip in batter Globe blanch and

22Average Food Preparation Drying Time UsesMushrooms* Clean with soft brush 4-10 hrs. Rehydrate for soups, meat or cloth. Don't wash dishes, ome

23Jerky is a favorite snack for school,lunch, trail or just about anywhere!It is made by seasoning raw meat ina salt mixture, and then drying it witho

surface bacterial growth during the initial stages of drying.If you are making jerky from a groundmeat, add one package jerky seasoningmix per pound o

Drying Cooked MeatsIf you are drying meat for other purposes than jerky such as for stew,sandwich spreads, or stroganoff, themeat should be tender and

Fresh herbs and spices have a strongeraroma and flavor than dried herbsand spices. They are prized by foodlovers and gourmet cooks. Dried herbs and sp

27outer covering may be removed. Rubthe seeds between the palms of yourhands while blowing on them toremove the husks. Place larger seeds ona Clean-A-

28Herb Drying GuidelinesMost herbs may be dried in your NESCO®American Harvest®dehydrator right onthe plant stalk or stem. Seeds and leaves are easily

2Important Safeguards—This product is designed for household use only—When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be foll

29Average Food Part of Plant Preparation Drying Time UsesFennel Leaves Rinse in cold water 1-3 hrs. Salads, soups or stewsFennel Seeds Rinse in cold

30You've all seen a flower so perfectin form, color, and texture thatyou wish you could keep it forever. With the Snackmaster®andGardenmaster®deh

31Dried Apple WreathSupplies: Mod Podge sealer (available in craft supply stores)brush1500 mgs. vitamin C (dissolved in 1 gallon of water or lemon or

32enough to secure. Do not push the wirethrough the top of the rose. Trim wire to desired length. Push wireinto styrofoam to hold rose upright.Using s

33Large ornaments should be strength-ened with wire. Dough has no strengthand requires support for larger orna-ments. If the dough connects in smallpi

34transparent and non penetrating so that the surface of your dough-art isstrengthened with a hard protectivecoating. The best choice is a polyure-tha

3512 to 24 hours. In the dehydrator, theyare usually dry in 6 to 12 hours.Paint and seal as directed in the saltdough recipe.PotpourriHome dried potpo

36BreakfastRecipiesBanana BreadChunks of dried banana gives this old favorite a new twist. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease and flour

Awesome Bran MuffinsMake these for breakfast, and pop the extra in your children’s lunch box!Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Fill 24 muffin pans with m

38Fruit Hors d’oeuvresServe these at your next party.Dried fruits should be pliable. If too hard, allow to stand in boiling water 5 minutes tosoften.

Product Information — FD-50/FD-50T Snackmaster®Pro®The Snackmaster Pro dehydrator is perfect for amateurs and professionals whowant to make their own

39Fruit Carmel CornA new twist on an old favorite…Dried Apple Pastry SquaresThis is an elegant dessert or tasty breakfast pastry.Preheat oven to 400°F

40Classic Oatmeal CookiesThese keep well in an airtight container for a couple of weeks.Apricot Cream Cheese Coffee CakeStrawberry preserves and dried

41Dried Fruit FillingTry this in cookies and pastries.Crispy PinwheelsDates, apricots, and other dried fruits can be used to fill these delicious cook

42CondimentsDressingStuffingSauces & Salads Soups & SnacksDried Tomatoes in Olive OilThese tomatoes taste better than the expensive "sun

Salad CrunchiesZesty for any salad!Herb StuffingGreat in turkey or chicken.Mix all ingredients, plus juice from roasting pan or other liquid, to moist

44Homemade Chili PowderAdd to your favorite Mexican recipe or use in ground meat for tacos.Remove and discard stems and seeds. Whirl pods in a blender

Cheesy Corn ChipsGreat for after school munchies.In a blender or food processor, blend together all ingredients at high speed. Spread mixture thinly o

46Harvest GranolaMost often served as a breakfast food, it can also be a snack or an ingredient in desserts, cookies, or main dishes.Mix together very

Look for these exclusive accessories wherever NESCO®American Harvest®Food Dehydrators are sold.Add-A-Trays®NESCO®American Harvest®Add-A-Trays®allow yo

Jerky Making KitsNESCO®American Harvest®Jerky Kitsare the fast and easy way to make deli-cious jerky at a fraction of the cost ofstore bought jerky.

FD-50/FD-50T Product Information (continued)Use and CareTraysYour dehydrator trays are easy to clean. Simply soak the trays in warm water with amild d

49IndexAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47-48B

Index (continued)FruitsConditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYThis appliance is warranted for one year from date of original purchaseagainst defects in material and workmanship. This wa

52About Your Warranty and Service SatisfactionOne simple step sets you on the road to complete customer satisfaction:Mail in your warranty card and fi

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5Product Information — FD-60 Snackmaster®Express™The Snackmaster Express dehydrator is perfect for amateurs and professional whowant to make their own

6FD-60 Product Information (continued)Use and CareTraysYour dehydrator trays are easy to clean. Simply soak the trays in warm water with a mild deterg

7Product Information — FD-1000/FD-1010 Gardenmaster®The Gardenmaster®dehydrator is the ultimate garden preserver. It is ideal for people who dry produ

8FD-1000/FD-1010 Product Information (continued)Use and CareTraysYour dehydrator trays are easy to clean. Simply soak the trays in warm water with ami