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Did you know that figs are not fruits, but dried flowers? They are a high in iron, calcium and potassium, and have more fiber than most fruits and vegetables. Drying figs preserves their sweet taste and allows you to store them for months before using. See Step 1 to learn how to dry figs. | Did you know that figs are not fruits, but dried flowers? They are a high in iron, calcium and potassium, and have more fiber than most fruits and vegetables. Drying figs preserves their sweet taste and allows you to store them for months before using. See Step 1 to learn how to dry figs. | ||
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#Allow the figs to stay in the oven for up 8 to 24 hours. The figs are dry when the outsides are leathery and no juice can be seen on the inside when you split one open. Store your dried figs in air-tight containers or freezer bags and keep them in the refrigerator or the freezer. Dried figs will keep for approximately 18 to 24 months when properly stored.<ref>http://nourishingjoy.com/how-to-dehydrate-fresh-figs/</ref> | #Allow the figs to stay in the oven for up 8 to 24 hours. The figs are dry when the outsides are leathery and no juice can be seen on the inside when you split one open. Store your dried figs in air-tight containers or freezer bags and keep them in the refrigerator or the freezer. Dried figs will keep for approximately 18 to 24 months when properly stored.<ref>http://nourishingjoy.com/how-to-dehydrate-fresh-figs/</ref> | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
