Nasco WA17577H, Recipes & Instructions

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Page 2: ...merican Harvest dehydrators are designed with a patented Fan Flow Radial Air technology which generates fast even drying with great results in less time There is no need to rotate the trays Solid plastic Fruit Roll Sheets may be placed on the tray surface to dry semi liquids such as applesauce without stopping air flow Flexible Clean A Screens are ideal for easy removal of sticky fruits bananas pin...

Page 3: ...Customer Satisfaction is our Goal 1 800 288 4545 www nesco com Recipes Instructions Dehydrator jerky maker ...

Page 4: ...ood 25 Drying Crafts 26 30 Warranty and Service Satisfaction 31 One Year Limited Warranty 32 Accessories 33 Table of Contents The Metal Ware Corporation 1700 Monroe Street P O Box 237 Two Rivers WI 54241 0237 www nesco com 1 800 288 4545 Part Number 300 01450 rev 08 10 This product is covered by one or more of the following patents U S 4 190 965 5 420 393 5 423 249 Australia D102489 other patents ...

Page 5: ...er edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 Do not use outdoors 11 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in heated oven 12 Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other As a safety feature this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does n...

Page 6: ... the air vents on power head unit remain clean and unobstructed UNPLUG POWER HEAD UNIT BEFORE CLEANING Use a damp cloth or towel to remove dried food particles from power head unit Do not use scouring pads abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils Avoid dripping any liquid into electrical parts Do not operate power head unit alone or use in any capacity other than the intended use DO NOT OPERATE NEAR OR...

Page 7: ...will slow the rate of drying for both products It is possible however to combine partially dried foods onto fewer trays Many people have more than one Nesco American Harvest dehydrator If you have two it s easy to combine a load from both dehydrators after a few hours and start a new batch in your second dehydrator using the remaining trays Selecting Foods To Dry Select the best quality produce at...

Page 8: ...s may vary depending on the type and amount of food thickness and evenness of the slices percentage of water in the food humidity temperature of the air and the altitude Drying times may also vary greatly from one area of the country to another and from day to day depending on the climatic conditions Record keeping helps you predict future drying times for specific foods Testing For Dryness Food mu...

Page 9: ...be visible Many fruits can be dried in halves with pits removed If they are dried with the skins on be sure to place skin side down to prevent fruit juice and pulp from dripping down through trays Check frequently near end of drying process and remove pieces as they become dry To peel or not to peel is a decision only you can make if the fruit has been artificially waxed it should definitely be peel...

Page 10: ...r low heat Remove and allow to stand in hot syrup 30 to 45 minutes Drain fruit rinse lightly with cold water and place on drying trays Sulfating Soaking fruits in a solution of sodium bisulfite slows oxidation and reduces browning as well as the loss of vitamins A and C Sodium bisulfite may be obtained from wine making supply houses Sulfating isn t recommended for use if individuals are on restricte...

Page 11: ...can also be used although they tend to be a bit more runny Simply thaw and follow directions for using fresh fruits Preparation Wash fruits and cut away any bruised or spoiled portions Purée fruit in a blender until it is very smooth In some blenders with some fruits you may want to add a little juice or water to start the blending process Fruits generally need no added sweetening but if fruits ar...

Page 12: ... Spread homemade or store bought yogurt approximately 1 4 thick on a lightly oiled Fruit Roll Sheet Dry approximately 12 to 14 hours Experiment until you find the brand which dries most evenly APPLESAUCE FRUIT ROLL 2 lbs apples peeled cored and quartered 1 2 cup sugar 1 4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon cinnamon Simmer apples in a saucepan with 1 2 cup water until softened about 15 20 minutes Place lemo...

Page 13: ...kies Apricots Cut in half remove 12 16 hrs Desserts muesli meat pit and cut in dishes pies and sauces quarters Pre treat Bananas Peel cut in 3 8 slices 12 16 hrs Snacks baby food or divide lengthwise granola cookies and banana bread Blueberries Wash and remove 12 16 hrs Breads baked goods stems Dip in boiling snacks ice cream yogurt water until skins crack Canned Drain well If small 10 14 hrs Snac...

Page 14: ...e treat Oranges Slice 1 4 thick 6 14 hrs Crafts snacks baking Limes Lemons Peaches Peel if desired 14 18 hrs Snacks breads Halve or quarter cobblers cookies and Pre treat granola Pears Peel core and slice 12 16 hrs Snacks breads 3 8 thick Pre treat cookies fritters and granola Pineapple Peel core slice 3 8 12 20 hrs Snacks baked goods to 1 2 thick baked granola Plums Halve or quarter 12 20 hrs Sna...

Page 15: ...d because of the loss of water soluble vitamins and minerals Note Blanching softens the cell structure allowing the moisture to escape more easily and also allows vegetables to rehydrate faster There is no need to blanch onions garlic peppers and mushrooms Herbs also are not blanched Steam Blanching Use a commercial steamer or a pan with a tight fitting lid and a steaming rack Bring about 1 inch of...

Page 16: ...ey rehydrate well in soups stews and casseroles Tomato leathers can be powdered and used as instant soup sauces and paste ALL PURPOSE TOMATO SAUCE Wash and core 15 lbs of ripe tomatoes Chop in blender Chop or grind 4 large green peppers 2 garlic cloves 3 large onions 1 jar pimentos 3 large carrots Mix all ingredients together then blend in portions until smooth Press through a strainer to remove a...

Page 17: ...o 1 8 12 hrs Rehydrate serve in pieces Blanch cream sauce Beans Remove ends cut into 10 14 hrs Stews soups and Green Wax 1 pieces Blanch casseroles Beets Steam until tender 8 10 hrs Soups and stews Cool and peel Cut into 1 2 pieces Broccoli Wash cut as for serving 4 10 hrs Soups quiche or souffles Blanch cream or cheese sauce Carrots Peel cut ends slice in 8 12 hrs Salads soups stews and 3 8 thick...

Page 18: ... and mixed vegetables Peppers Remove stem seeds 14 18 hrs Soups stews pizza meat Cut into 1 2 pieces dishes and seasoning Peppers hot Wash slice or cut in 14 18 hrs Soups stews pizza half Remove seeds if and seasoning you desire a milder pepper Potatoes Use white potatoes 6 10 hrs Stews soups and Peel and slice 3 8 casseroles thick Blanch Rinse and dry Tomatoes Wash and slice 3 8 10 14 hrs Soups a...

Page 19: ...st until combined Fold in dried banana chunks pecans and dates Pour into prepared pans Sprinkle brown sugar over tops of loaves Bake in preheated oven about 45 minutes until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean Cool 10 minutes in pan Remove from pan and cool on a cooling rack Makes 3 small or 2 medium loaves Variation Add dried pineapple instead of dates FRUIT HORS D OEUVRES Serve thes...

Page 20: ... muffin cups Sprinkle sugar on tops Bake at 400 F 205 C for 20 to 25 minutes Remove from pan and place on rack to cool Makes 24 of the best bran muffins you ve ever tasted Variation Substitute 1 cup oat bran for wheat bran for an oat taste HOMEMADE CHILI POWDER Add to your favorite Mexican recipe or use in ground meat for tacos 3 ounces dried chilies mild peppers such as Anaheim or a combination o...

Page 21: ...ed basil 4 garlic cloves minced 1 cup dried tomato flakes 1 teaspoon dried oregano Flake dried tomatoes in blender to make 1 cup In 1 pint canning jar add tomatoes olive oil minced garlic basil and oregano Close jar with a canning lid and keep refrigerated up to 6 months Makes 1 pint Caution Do not add fresh garlic or fresh herbs to oil packed tomatoes The US Department of Agriculture cautions agai...

Page 22: ...teaspoon vanilla Melt butter or margarine in large heavy bottom pot Stir in brown sugar syrup and salt Bring to a boil stirring constantly Boil 5 minutes without stirring Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla It foams Pour over popped corn and mix well Pour into a shallow 11 x 14 baking pan Bake in a 250 F 129 C oven for 1 hour stirring every 20 minutes During last 5 minutes stir in finely ...

Page 23: ...e as a gift place the treats cranberry side up on a decorative holiday paper plate Wrap in clear or holiday colored cellophane and gather the cellophane at the top of the plate Tie the gathered cellophane with a holiday colored ribbon Variations Use fresh or frozen blueberries instead of cranberries Use cooked potatoes instead of sweet potatoes TINY SHRIMP TREATS FOR CATS This very simple recipe w...

Page 24: ...om meat remove all fat and cut into cubes or thin strips 1 4 to 3 8 thick It is easier to slice partially frozen meat for jerky If meats are cut on the cross wise grain jerky is less chewy than if meats are cut on the lengthwise grain Marinate cut meats in store bought or your own recipe marinade for 6 to 8 hours in the refrigerator before drying If you are using your own recipe be sure to include...

Page 25: ...4 Place desired tip into the red ring and screw the ring tightly back onto the tube 5 Press the white knob until it pushes against the meat Hold the jerky gun over the dehydrator tray and squeeze the silver trigger repeatedly to release mixture onto the tray When desired length is reached cut end with scissors or knife 6 Depending on meat thickness dehydrator load and humidity it will take from 4 ...

Page 26: ... Bag sealers can also be used to package dehydrated foods Bag sealers do not remove air within the package but the bags are moisture proof and airtight Squeeze the pouch tightly against the food to remove as much air as possible before sealing Plastic freezer bags can be used Plastic storage bags not labeled for use in the freezer generally are not airtight nor moisture proof and should not be use...

Page 27: ...If foods are cooked before they are fully rehydrated they will cook in a shriveled state and will not be plump Most fruits and vegetables will rehydrate to about 80 of their fresh state Consequently they are a little more chewy than a fresh or frozen fruit or vegetable even when rehydrated Dried food used in cooking will absorb additional liquid so adjust the recipe accordingly by adding more wate...

Page 28: ...will fade Using a desiccant in your dehydrator will allow flowers to dry in a day instead of a week or two There are several brands of flower desiccants available from craft stores They may seem a little expensive but can be reused indefinitely Silica gel is the generic name and absorbs up to 50 percent of its own weight in moisture Use perfect flowers fresh and free of moisture Yellows and blues main...

Page 29: ...e the core forms an attractive star shape when dried As you slice each apple immediately place slices in a solution of pineapple or lemon juice and water 50 50 mix or vitamin C and water solution Soak apples 10 minutes drain and place on trays to dry They will take 4 to 8 hours to dry Remove apples when they are leather like with no pockets of moisture but before they become crisp Secure a hanging...

Page 30: ... are not joined properly the dough may separate during baking and split when cooled Use water sparingly To attach thin pieces of dough adhere them firmly by pushing a toothpick or paper clip through them in addition to moistening them with water Large ornaments should be strengthened with wire Dough has no strength and requires support for larger ornaments If the dough connects in small pieces head...

Page 31: ...urs until thoroughly dry Sealing It is extremely important to seal salt dough ornaments to prevent moisture from reentering and causing mold and disintegration There is a wide variety of final coatings which can be used but they should be transparent and non penetrating so surface of dough art is strengthened with a hard protective coating The best choice is a polyurethane varnish Be sure to remove...

Page 32: ...rances Package in smaller decorative containers or bags for gifts or personal use Sweet Spice Potpourri For a perfect holiday gift place one cup of this recipe in a lace bag tied with a colorful ribbon 1 cup dried rose petals 1 tbl whole cloves 1 4 cup dried lavender blossoms 1 stick cinnamon crumbled 1 8 cup dried rosemary 1 3 tsp ground cloves 1 8 cup dried chamomile 1 4 tsp ground nutmeg 1 2 cu...

Page 33: ...mber now Your serial number and dehydrator model number are located on the power unit blower of your dehydrator We enter this number into our database It registers your product and identifies your machine specifically by its individual code Should you call in for help on our 800 toll free line your registration number helps us identify your machine and speeds up our assistance to you 1 800 288 4545 ...

Page 34: ...r warranty service Please call Customer Satisfaction at 800 288 4545 to obtain a return authorization before shipping Service and genuine Nesco American Harvest replacement parts may be obtained from Nesco Factory Service Department For service in warranty follow instructions set forth in warranty When ordering new parts make sure that you always mention the model number of the product 1 Call us o...

Page 35: ...f you re making messy foods on the bottom tray of your dehydrator without food on it to catch the drips and make clean up easier Item Number LSS 2 6 CLEAN A SCREEN Flexible screens make drying sticky foods easier to remove Screen flexes for easy removal of sticky fruits like pineapple Perfect for drying small items like spices and herbs that would normally fall through the spokes of the tray too It...

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