NESCO Clean-A-Screen Dehydrator Accessory is Perfect for Drying Garden Herbs

The difference in taste and quality when using fresh herbs in your recipes is unmatched. While summer is the perfect time for these flavorful dishes because herb gardens flourish, it doesn’t need to stop once the growing season ends. Thanks to the NESCO Clean-A-Screen dehydrator accessory, you can expertly dry your fresh herbs—preserving those fresh flavors for later this fall and the long winter ahead.

Traditionally, herbs were air-dried in small bunches either hanging upside down or laying flat. They were kept out of direct sunlight in one area of your home. This method could take anywhere from one week to one month depending on the moisture level in your drying area.

Herb drying with this method takes up space and limits the ability to truly monitor or adjust the drying temperature.

Herbs can be dried in a matter of hours using a dehydrator. Herbs will shrink significantly when dried, however. We recommend the NESCO Clean-A-Screens for spices and herbs that would normally fall through a traditional dehydrator tray.

Use NESCO Clean-A-Screen and Dehydrator for Optimal Herb Drying Control

The NESCO Clean-A-Screen is a removable mesh screen that fits seamlessly into the NESCO 20, 30, 60, or 70 series NESCO Dehydrators. They are BPA-free and compatible with all 13.5 inch diameter trays.

When dried at the proper temperature, herbs don’t transfer flavors. This allows you to dry multiple types of herbs simultaneously. You need to monitor the temperature so the integrity of the herbs remains. Herbs are best when dried at 95 degrees.

Once dry, herbs can be stored whole, ground up, or powdered. For long-term storage, powders should be placed in an air-tight container. In the week following the drying process, be sure to condition your herbs by shaking the container twice a day to make sure any remaining moisture is dissipated and doesn’t cause mold.

Don’t let cold weather rob you of flavorful food this winter. Preserve the flavors of dried basil, chives, oregano, mint, thyme, or another spice. Simplify your life this fall, use a NESCO Dehydrator and the NESCO Clean-A-Screen. You can’t go wrong.

NESCO: Your Key Ingredient

At NESCO, we believe life is an occasion worth celebrating. We’re dedicated to being Your Key Ingredient in those celebrations by making cooking enjoyable again with our complete line of innovative small kitchen appliances and accessories. NESCO began as the National Enameling and Stamping Company and created the first Roaster Oven in 1931. NESCO is currently headquartered in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.

To purchase NESCO products visit nesco.com or for more information call 1-800-288-4545.

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Every Student Needs a NESCO Glass Water Kettle

College move-in day is a big deal. Paperwork is signed, sheets and supplies are purchased, and the tissue box is ready. As you check the items off your supply list though, consider adding a less conventional item from NESCO to your must-haves.

The NESCO Glass Water Kettle is perfect for small dorm room spaces and provides fast and convenient access to necessary hot water for students. The Glass Water Kettle boils water more quickly than most microwaves and uses approximately half the energy of a traditional stove top.

In a dorm, access to hot water can save you a cold or rainy walk to the dining hall and help you make everything from the perfect cup of coffee to that ever-present college staple, ramen. The NESCO Glass Water Kettle is the ideal small appliance for a college student on a budget.

NESCO Glass Water Kettle Is Safe and Dorm Friendly

Most college dormitories don’t allow hot plates or open flames, but the BPA-free NESCO Glass Water Kettle is a safer option. It has integrated safety features including an automatic shut-off switch with boil-dry protection and a stay cool handle to reduce the possibility of burns.

The 1500 watt heating base heats quickly for a wide range of applications and uses. In addition to coffee and ramen, students can make tea, hot chocolate, soup, and even oatmeal in a matter of minutes—all with the push of a button.

From the creation of the original NESCO Roaster to products like the Slow Cooker, the Vacuum Sealer, and the Glass Water Kettle, NESCO has sought to make the lives of families easier. Equip your student with the items they need to make life on their own in a college dorm room easier. Add the NESCO Glass Water Kettle to your list of college essentials.

NESCO: Your Key Ingredient

At NESCO, we believe life is an occasion worth celebrating. We’re dedicated to being Your Key Ingredient in those celebrations by making cooking enjoyable again with our complete line of innovative small kitchen appliances and accessories. NESCO began as the National Enameling and Stamping Company and created the first Roaster Oven in 1931. NESCO is currently headquartered in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.

To purchase NESCO products visit nesco.com or for more information call 1-800-288-4545.