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    I want to dry grapes. What is the best way to do this?
    Awesome samantha
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    You can use a food dehydrater to dry out the grapes or use the oven on a low temperature.
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    I want to sun dry figs, what are the steps?
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    First, wash the ripe figs. Cut them in half. Lay them on a rack with plenty of holes. Cover them with a cheesecloth and secure it tightly around the rack. Place the rack under the sun and let the figs dry for 2-3 days.
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    Can a white handkerchief be used in the absence of cheesecloth?
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    If it's thin and gauzy, maybe - the key here is that cheesecloth has a very loose weave which allows moisture and air circulation.
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    How do I store dried fruits?
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    You can use a mason jar or a plastic container with a lid, like a piece of Tupperware.
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    Can I sun dry pineapples with this method?
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    Yes, you'll need to remove the rind of the pineapple and core it. But them you can dry the pineapple on racks just like any other fruit.
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    Does this method of sun drying work for nectarines?
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    Yes. Remove the pits and the peels (if desired). Then, follow the rest of the process for drying the nectarines.
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    Can I sun dry apricots naturally without adding any sweetners?
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    You can, but they may taste bitter. Try different methods of pre-treating the apricots to see what you like best.
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