Making jerky at home is one of those simple projects that pays off in more ways than one. Not only do you get full control over the ingredients, but you also skip the high price tags of store-bought ...

Making beef jerky at home is easier than you think—and way more flavorful. This recipe walks you through the simple marinade, slicing tips, and drying method for chewy, smoky perfection. No fancy gear ...

Beef jerky usually resides right next to the Slim Jims at convenience store checkouts. It’s one of those food products most of us don’t think about making, unless we wear a lot of camouflage and shop ...

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 ...

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 ...

My life is governed by very few rules, but this one is a constant: If the drive takes two hours or more, there must be a bag of beef jerky by my side. It’s not an original thought, but it is the ...

Like so many others, in the spring of 2020, I made the abrupt shift to working from home. This shift provided an opportunity to replace commuting with gardening. I decided to expand our garden, put my ...