DRIED FOODS FUNDAMENTALS EXPLAINED

Leathers are created from purees and get their name from the feel from the dried solution. Leathers can be made from fresh, frozen, or drained canned fruit or vegetable purees. If puree is skinny, as in a very berry puree, include applesauce as an extender. Add two teaspoons of lemon juice or one/eight teaspoon of ascorbic acid to every two cups