rack to fit over baking sheet,or use parchment paper
Instructions
Slice off the stem ends, then slice the oranges into ¼ inch thick slices.
Use a piece of paper towel to pat the slices dry to remove excess moisture.
Oven-drying instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°F. (convection)
Lay the orange slices in a single layer on a rack placed over a baking sheet. If you don't have a large cooling rack, line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
Bake on convection setting for 3 hours, turning the slices over half way through the cooking time. Remove the tray from the oven and let it sit on the counter. overnight to finish drying.
Food Dehydrator Instructions
Lay the orange slices in a single layer on a dehydrator tray.
Dehydrate at 135°F. for 4 hours. Turn the dehydrator off and let them sit overnight to finisih drying.
Use in potpourri recipes, as holiday tree or wreath decorations, or in garlands.