Jerky Recipe
Beef (flank, brisket, or round steak) or Venison
Seasoning (1:1 lb. ratio):
1 tsb. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. worcestershire
1 drop Tobasco
Directions:
Place in freezer for 15-30 minutes or until
the meat becomes firm. This will aid in cutting.
Remove all fat. The fat, after curing, will
degrade the shelf life of the jerky significantly.
Cut into 1/4 inch strips with the grain.
Mix the seasoning together and marinade the meat
in the refridgerator overnight, you can use water
to fill the rest of the bowl.
To begin cooking, warm your oven to lowest setting,
usually about 120 degrees. Drain the marinade and
dry the strips by patting them with a paper towel.
Place the jerky directly on the oven rack close
together but not overlapping. Put aluminum foil on
the lower rack to catch drips. While cooking, place
a knife in the door so that when it closes, it is
still ajar somewhat, this creates an airflow for
the drying process.
Cook the jerky for 3 to 6 hours. The jerky is ready
when it is dark, dry, and cracks (not breaks) when
bent. When the jerky is finished cooking, let it
cool completely, then place in air-tight containers.
Jerky, when stored properly in air-tight containers,
has a shelf life of about 1 year.