How to Make Tomato Chips

If you have an over abundance of tomatoes from the garden, drying them can be a way of preserving that great tomato taste as well as having them for later use. Tomato chips make a great snack and can be used in many recipes.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Firm ripe tomatoes
• Garlic powder
• Dried oregano leaves
• Dried sweet basil leaves
• Salt
• Pepper
• Dehydrator

1. Wash and dry tomatoes with a clean towel.

2. Slice tomatoes in 1/4 inch slices.

3. Place tomatoes on dehydrator racks.

4. Sprinkle tomatoes with garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt and pepper.

5. Dry 12 to 24 hours. Tomatoes chips should be pliable to slightly brittle.

Tips & Warnings

• Drying can intendify the flavor so go lighly with the salt or other spices.
• Adding salt to taste before drying can become too salty after drying.
• Store dried tomatoes in a paper bag. Paper bags help to prevent moisture.