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Dehydrating Tofu | Expert Advice from BackpackingChef
The three steps for dehydrating tofu are to freeze it, slice thinly, and cook in seasoned broth before drying. Learn how to dehydrate tofu that rehydrates well.
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Dehydrating Meat | Expert Advice from BackpackingChef
The secret to dehydrating meat so it rehydrates tender and not hard as gravel. Learn how to dehydrate meat including ground beef, ham, shrimp, tuna and more.
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How to Make Mashed Potato Powder
In this Meat & Potatoes Edition of Trail Bytes, I cover how to make mashed potato powder, and I share new gluten-free ways to prep ground beef for drying.
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Dehydrating Vegetables for Trail & Emergency Meals | BackpackingChef
How to dehydrate vegetables including potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, green beans, broccoli, cucumbers, spinach and more!
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Backpacking Desserts | 10 Best Recipes from BackpackingChef
These backpacking desserts satisfy your sweet tooth while boosting nutrition with dried fruits. Try the Trail Angel Cake with Strawberries and Chocolate Sauce!