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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Every year I look forward to making deer jerky. The scent of spicy marinade fills my kitchen as I thaw, cut, soak and dry, gradually emptying my freezer full of deer meat. I beam like a kid on ...

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Making your own jerky at home isn’t just fun but it’s also one of the easiest ways to cut down on grocery costs. Store-bought packs can be pricey, and sometimes they’re loaded with extra preservatives ...