Dried fruit is a regular snack for lots of vegetarians. It's great alone as well as mixed with nuts for a trail mix. It gives the sweetness of candy, yet is nutrient dense. Store bought dried fruit is usually treated with sweeteners and with sulfites which can cause headaches, rashes and breathing problems. Home dehydrated fruit is totally under your control. You avoid the additives and control the quality. Fruit lasts a long time once dried, and travels well. Fresh bananas don't survive a teenager's backpack, but dried bananas are still perfect at lunchtime. Plus they are loaded with potassium, manganese and magnesium which are all keys to heart and bone health. Bananas are one of the easiest fruits to dry. Peel, slice into 1/2" slices, place on dehydrator trays and dry about 8 hours. Store in sealed glass jars, in cool spot out of direct sunlight.
April 17, 2024
This simple dessert is quick and easy to make. It’s great for taking to holiday parties. I’ve had this ready to post for some time, and forgot about […]