Guest guest Posted April 21, 2004 Report Share Posted April 21, 2004 OK here goes.... I tired using wax paper when i did my first roll-up and it imparted a waxy flavor and smell to the fruit; IMO i would guess some of the wax is on the roll-up. When you use the teflex sheets, you only use them enough to get the fruit to a leathery consistancy and if it needs more drying you should be able to remove from the teflex and finish drying on the rack. The sheets appear solid but they are actually a super-fine mesh. They do not impart any flavor to the food at all. I never EVER dry anything above 95 degress. at 105 you are most likely killing everything that is nutritional. even at 93 or 95 degrees, nothing takes more than 48 hours to dry and thats is with every tray full. Crunchy fruit roll-ups or even dried fruit means you are drying at too high a temperature. If any of you have the type of dehydrator that has one temperature setting then try propping it open periodically to regulate the temp so that it does not exceed 95 degrees. Same thing if you are oven drying. Use a thermometer to check and regulate. I had never done fruit or yogurt roll-ups before i got the dehydrator and so it wasnt like i had a lot of experience, just did a lot of reading and invested in a good machine. Candace i use a little juice too if my pureed fruit is too lumpy or thick ) Sylvia herbal remedies , " leo " <leo@1...> wrote: > i wonder if spreading the stuff out on a teflon cookie sheet would work, then when totally dry, transfer to ..maybe gauze?? and roll. i've never made any but just wondering... > love ...granny lee > - > SpareRibOfAz@a... > herbal remedies > Tuesday, April 20, 2004 10:14 PM > Re: Herbal Remedies - Fruit Rollups > > > In a message dated 4/20/2004 8:06:10 PM US Mountain Standard Time, phoward@u... writes: > Yes my guess is that they would leach some into the roll-ups - which is why I don't make them anymore - but that is the only way I know of to prevent them sticking and making a horrible mess. > > Patricia > I think so too Patricia thanks for the input. I am not sure what would be best for making these... I know several of the people on the list want to make these for their children.. I will have to think about it! > > God Bless, > Jamie in Az Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2004 Report Share Posted April 21, 2004 I second that emotion! I tried Mango sauce, picked up an organic jar somewhere, and there were chunks in it. As I hadn't tried that type yet, I thought why not? Welp, short story, don't do it. LOL Take the time to puree it, if you do fruit wraps. LOL. The chunks take way longer than the sauce...... Lynn herbal remedies , " Sylvia " <h10feet> > Candace i use a little juice too if my pureed fruit is too lumpy or > thick ) > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 21, 2004 Report Share Posted April 21, 2004 i never dry at higher than 105, but i will have to drop the temp down even lower i guess. thaks for the tip. Peace and happiness, Elizabeth Elliott, Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator www.birthrightinkentucky.com Investigate before you vaccinate!!VIAL - Kentucky ChapterElizabeth Elliott, Directoreliz3378 - Sylvia herbal remedies Wednesday, April 21, 2004 1:31 PM Re: Herbal Remedies - Fruit Rollups - Teflex, etc OK here goes....I tired using wax paper when i did my first roll-up and it imparted a waxy flavor and smell to the fruit; IMO i would guess some of the wax is on the roll-up.When you use the teflex sheets, you only use them enough to get the fruit to a leathery consistancy and if it needs more drying you should be able to remove from the teflex and finish drying on the rack. The sheets appear solid but they are actually a super-fine mesh. They do not impart any flavor to the food at all.I never EVER dry anything above 95 degress. at 105 you are most likely killing everything that is nutritional. even at 93 or 95 degrees, nothing takes more than 48 hours to dry and thats is with every tray full. Crunchy fruit roll-ups or even dried fruit means you are drying at too high a temperature.If any of you have the type of dehydrator that has one temperature setting then try propping it open periodically to regulate the temp so that it does not exceed 95 degrees. Same thing if you are oven drying. Use a thermometer to check and regulate.I had never done fruit or yogurt roll-ups before i got the dehydrator and so it wasnt like i had a lot of experience, just did a lot of reading and invested in a good machine.Candace i use a little juice too if my pureed fruit is too lumpy or thick )Sylviaherbal remedies , "leo" <leo@1...> wrote:> i wonder if spreading the stuff out on a teflon cookie sheet would work, then when totally dry, transfer to ..maybe gauze?? and roll. i've never made any but just wondering...> love ...granny lee> - > SpareRibOfAz@a... > herbal remedies > Tuesday, April 20, 2004 10:14 PM> Re: Herbal Remedies - Fruit Rollups> > > In a message dated 4/20/2004 8:06:10 PM US Mountain Standard Time, phoward@u... writes:> Yes my guess is that they would leach some into the roll-ups - which is why I don't make them anymore - but that is the only way I know of to prevent them sticking and making a horrible mess.> > Patricia> I think so too Patricia thanks for the input. I am not sure what would be best for making these... I know several of the people on the list want to make these for their children.. I will have to think about it!> > God Bless,> Jamie in AzFederal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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