Preventing Overdrying

Overdrying means running extra dry time after the food is already fully dry. It wastes electricity and time, and it can reduce quality for delicate foods. Some fruits and herbs can lose aroma if they stay warm too long. Some foods can become overly brittle. To prevent overdrying, learn typical cycle times for your common foods. Use the break test and extend drying only if needed. Keep slice thickness consistent so results are predictable. The goal is fully dry, not endlessly dry.