Use Sweet Shallots for garnishes, herb blends, sauces, casseroles, salad dressings, dips, spice packs, soups, stews, chili, or a host of other dishes! Dehydrated vegetables maintain a high level of their nutritive value and can be used in a variety of recipes. To rehydrate vegetables, combine 1 part vegetable with 2 parts water. Then, simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or soak for 1-2 hours. It is not necessary to rehydrate vegetables prior to using them in a recipe that requires cooking.