RE: [CH] Dryin Peppers

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	>can someone provide me with more info on the drying 
	>process.  Is a dehydrator a must have or are there 
	>alternatives?

	I just run a string thru the stems of cayenne-type chiles,
	then hang them on a wall inside, out of the sun.  The
	AC keeps the humidity in the house low enough that they 
	dry well enough to make powder.  The added bonus is you
	can pick the peppers before they are completely ripe to
	encourage the plant to continue fruiting.

	For thick-walled chiles, (habs, anchos etc...) I use one of 2
	electric dehydrators.  One is a Mr. Coffee brand with a fan
	to help circulate air.  It works very well.  The other is an 
	El-Cheapo ($9.95) from Big Lots.  It has no fan and does OK,
	it just takes 6 - 12 hours longer than the Mr. C.  I have it for
	backup/overflow situations.

	Scott... sure could use some rain around here... KCK

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