Drying is a good way to preserve food if canning and freezing are not viable options. Here is the best overview of preserving food in this fashion. A plan is included for building your own electric dehydrator. Detailed instructions are given for drying many fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, grains, herbs, and blossoms
(for potpourris and herbal teas) by sun or oven. Included are storage techniques, recipes, and other uses for the drying equipment such as bread raising and yogurt making.