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 ...

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This is a great, basic ground venison jerky recipe. It's super tasty as-is, easy to make, and also highly customizable for your own tastes! Here we are, with another FOUR homemade jerky recipes today!

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 ...

I was never a big fan of beef jerky until I tried making it myself. Like so many of the cooking projects I've attempted, DIY jerky was way, way easier than I expected. But more importantly, it was ...