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Drying Tomatoes: Skin On or Off?

Both work. Option 1: Blanch, peel, slice, dehydrate/oven-dry. Option 2: Dry whole with skins (easier, more fiber). Option 3: Can for 1-year shelf life (needs equipment, more labor).

Methods

Dehydrator: 135°F, 6–12 hrs.
Convection oven: lowest setting, door ajar.
Canning: boiling water bath, tested recipes only.

Choose by time, equipment, preference.

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