Helpful Hints; Care And Maintenance - Salton VitaPro DH1454 Instruction Booklet

Soak vegetables in covered saucepan in unsalted water for 2 - 10 hours.
Use water that has been used for rehydrating in your recipes. One cup
of dried vegetables will yield about two cups or rehydrated vegetables.
Boiling
• Place 250ml (1 cup) of dehydrated fruits into 250ml (1 cup) of water.
Simmer until tender. NOTE: If using fruits for pie, the mixture may
need to be thickened.
• Place 250ml (1 cup) of vegetables into 250ml (1 cup) of boiling water.
Set aside and let soak for 5 to 20 minutes. Time depends on the type
of vegetable. After soaking, use the vegetables for soups, stews or
casseroles.
Steaming
• Fruits can be softened by steaming for about three to fi ve minutes.
• Vegetables can be steamed until cooked. Time depends on the kind
and size of vegetables.
Cooking
• Simply add the vegetables to the desired recipe. Be sure to add
enough extra water to suffi ciently re-hydrate the dried produce.

HELPFUL HINTS

1. Always preheat the Dehydrator for at least 5 minutes before using.
2. If the Dehydrator has been stored for some time, wash and clean
before using.
3. Fresh vegetables and fruits are best for Dehydrating. Canned goods
do not dehydrate as well.
4. Vegetables and fruits should always be cleaned before preparation
and pretreatment.
5. Always prepare and pretreat fruits and vegetables as instructed in
this booklet.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Press the switch to the OFF position.
2. Unplug from wall outlet.
3. Wash the Dehydrator Trays, Lid, Herb and Fruit Roll-Up Trays after
each use.
4. Wipe the Base with a soft, slightly damp cloth or sponge.
NOTE: DO NOT allow water or any other liquid to get into the Base.
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