How To Make Raisins

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) of grapes
• 2 teaspoons citric acid

Instructions

1. Wash the grapes, remove spoiled ones as well as stems.
2. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add the grapes and let cook for just 30 seconds. Drain immediately and cool in an ice water bath. Drain.
3. Add 2 teaspoons citric acid to 2 quarts of water. Soak the boiled grapes in this solution for 10 minutes.
4. Spread in a single layer on dehydrator trays. Dehydrate at 135°F (57°C) for 24 to 36 hours.
5. Let cool completely then store in an airtight container.