Editor's note: Originally published in October 2024. Updated November 2025. The length of time that jerky has been popular with human beings might surprise you. The mass-produced slices of dried ...

Intensely savory and packed full of protein, beef jerky is the snack made for serious snackers. For some of us, the round, cylindrical sticks of beef are a reminder of childhood hikes, picnics, and ...

Venison does not have to be gamey. In fact the gaminess, which some dislike in venison, is not a constant in all white-tailed deer, according to the chef instructor for the Harrisburg Area Community ...

Are you a sweet or salty type when it comes to your favorite snacks? For me, a big, bold-flavored piece of beef jerky wins out over sweets every time. I know a lot of people who make beef jerky — and ...

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If you’re a fan of jerky and love the outdoors, making your own campfire smoked venison jerky is a game-changer. This isn’t just any jerky—it’s got that deep, smoky flavor you can only get from a real ...

Ever made beef jerky yourself? Afraid to try it? Don’t be! In our kitchen today, Ross Katz, Owner, Rooster’s Kitchen, shows us how easy it is to make it ourselves. Ross says beef jerky is the perfect ...

Trim all visible fat from the beef. Place it on a sheet of plastic wrap and freeze it for 30 to 40 minutes, until it is firm but not frozen. Combine the apple juice, vinegar, garlic, onion, chiles, ...

High in protein and low in fat, jerky has become a hugely popular snack, but there are problems with commercially-made jerky. It’s expensive, high in sodium, and is made with a limited number of ...