Raw food diets can be an expensive lifestyle. Unfortunately, produce cost more than processed foods. In fact, you can usually get two prepackaged boxes of desserts for less than a bag of apples. This is ridiculous, but it is the world we live in. Packaged brand foods that are deemed healthy by magazines, books, and websites are expensive to purchase on a regular basis. The accreditation and convenience bring up the cost. Dried foods are a popular snack found in the produce section of most supermarkets. In truth, you can save money drying food yourself. Not sure where to start? The Beginner’s Guide to Making and Using Dried Foods is the perfect book for you.

Teresa Marrone helps readers think outside of the box. Dried food is more than fruit. You can dry vegetables as well as meat. Before we had refrigerators, we dried food to store it for the winter. Summer officially starts June 20, 2014. Winter is probably the last thing on your mind. For the last few years, the weather has been unpredictable. Help your family and yourself by investing time into drying foods. If you are hesitant, Marrone orients you to the drying world.

The Beginner’s Guide to Making and Using Dried Foods uses the basics section to help readers determine what they are willing to spend on Dehydrators. If you cannot afford one, you can still use this book. It may take more time to dry, but you are saving money in the long run. Besides, Marrone descriptive step-by-step instructions will help you fill your pantry in no time. Do you want a Dehydrator, but you cannot justify purchasing one? The Beginner’s Guide to Making and Using Dried Foods has several chapters dedicated to different foods you can dry. Plus, there are unconventional uses for a Dehydrator. You can use this book to validate your to yourself, spouse, or family. If you win, this book will help you get your money back for investing in a Dehydrator. The book is not just for drying food.

Teresa Marrone teaches beginners how to store their dried foods. In addition, she helps you rehydrate foods to. Instead of taking up cabinet space with cans and boxes, you will have dried food ready for use. You have the benefit of knowing what went into it. Saving money and creating a hearty pantry is completely up to you. If you are ready and willing, you can preorder a copy of The Beginner’s Guide to Making and Using Dried Foods on Amazon. The book will be available July 11, 2014.