Do you have a problem with food sticking to dehydrator trays? Here are 5 ways to prevent it, and what to do if you find yourself with a ruined batch. It can be disheartening to spend time preparing fruit for drying and then find that it has glued itself to your dehydrator trays. These five tips will keep food from sticking…
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5 Ways to Prevent Food from Sticking to Dehydrator Trays
DIY Essential Oil Blends for Fall
Have your home smelling heavenly with three DIY essential oil blends for fall. You can combine all natural oils with carrier oils and skip the synthetic blends. You may have a love-hate relationship with essential oils. On the one hand, it’s easy to love the way their scent can transport you to another place, and trigger memories that remind you…
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DIY Fall Room Sprays Using Essential Oils
The possibilities for terrific fall fragrances are within your reach. Use these essential oil recipes and create your own room spray blends. Fall is the perfect time to bring out all your essential oils, combine the ones that smell like the autumn season, and make room sprays. Room sprays not only deodorize the room, but you get that smell of…
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What If I don’t have a Dehydrator?
If you don’t have a dehydrator, all is not lost, there are still ways to preserve food using the appliances you have at home. Try one of these four methods to get started. My preferred method for dehydrating is a tabletop dehydrating machine. I have several of them that are used for different purposes. I realize that not all people…
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Cardamom Ginger Spiced Nectarines
Cardamom Ginger Spiced Nectarines. Take your nectarines and preserve them with a twist! Add cardamom and ginger spices to liven up a batch or two. Nectarines could be called the sweet half sister to peaches, they have all the taste, but none of the fuzz. Many people choose to use nectarines for preserving instead of peaches because their smooth…
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