How to Dry Sprouts

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Test your oven to make sure it can maintain a temperature of 140°F (60°C).

   A gas oven might not be able to maintain such a low temperature, but it could work by using only the pilot light while an electric oven will need only the bottom element.
   
   You may have to disconnect the broiler.
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   Step 2: Place an accurate thermometer in the rear of the oven

   Set the oven thermostat to 140°F (60°C). , Place the racks on baking trays that allow at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) of space between the trays and the oven wall. ,, Be sure to place the fan so that it cannot blow out the pilot light on a gas stove. , Sprouts should dry in 6 to 8 hours, depending on humidity. , After that, lower it to 120°F (49°F) for the remainder of the drying time.
   
   This is to avoid the danger of burning which rises as the moisture content of the sprouts is lowered.
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   Step 3: and make sure it is easily visible.

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   Step 4: Arrange the sprouts in a single layer on wire cooling racks covered with cheesecloth.

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   Step 5: Place the trays in the oven

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   Step 6: spacing them 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) apart and allowing 3 inches (7.6 cm) of air space between the tray and the top of the oven.

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   Step 7: Prop the oven door open about 4 inches (10.2 cm)

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   Step 8: and set up a small rotating fan near the open door to circulate the air.

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   Step 9: Check the drying sprouts frequently

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    Step 10: at least every 15 minutes

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    Step 11: and switch trays every 30 minutes

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    Step 12: turning the sprouts when you switch the trays.

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    Step 13: Maintain the oven temperature at the 140°F (60°C) level for at least the first hour of drying.

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