While beef jerky has become one of the latest health crazes, many hunters just chuckle – they’ve eaten beef jerky forever. They know it is smart to carry plenty of beef jerky when stalking game. Everyone has their favorite flavors, from original to spicy, garlic pepper, teriyaki, sweet and spicy, and peppered, but one thing […]
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Who needs the mess, the hassle, the expense of buying a smoker and making your own jerky? Support a small company and simply order great time-tested jerky, delivered straight to your home. It may seem an attractive idea to buy a smoker, doctor up your own marinade and smoke meat to your hearts content. However, the […]
People want jerky that’s natural, delicious, and without additives. That’s what many of the big jerky companies just don’t get. That’s not to say some of the small ones don’t get it, either. But at the end of the day, a small smokehouse with high quality standards is going to be your best bet. 5 […]
We’ve been hearing the word “artisan” thrown around a bunch lately. What makes something “artisan”? When you apply this word to jerky, what is “artisan jerky” and why is it better than jerky from a big company that might be out of touch with the artisan process? Let’s jump right into this “artisan” debate, because […]
The answer to the question of whether beef jerky is cooked may seem obvious to most, but you’d be surprised how often it is asked. Most people just want to verify they are not eating anything raw, which they aren’t. So the simplest answer is yes, as beef jerky is not raw. Yet it is not “cooked” in […]
Why is it that grilled, charred or smoked anything is perceived to be more delicious? Is it our inner cave man/woman calling the shots or do we subconsciously like to see some sort of mark on our meal (a grill line, a colored rind) to know that yes, it is indeed cooked. Perhaps it’s a visual […]
Our world is changing right before our eyes. Women run international corporations, we have stay-at-home dads, women who golf, men who go to spas, and moms and dads both changing diapers. Whether you’re for it or against it, one thing is certain: gender roles are disappearing. I am a little old fashion to accept all these […]
1. Jerky is Hot Habanero-spiced aside, the quest for low-carb, high-protein eats is at an all-time high. The salty snack that was once found in gas stations and pharmacies has gone mainstream and and can even be found on the top shelf. There is a revival of Artisan produced jerky products. Not limited to beef […]
How much more delicious was that hot dog before you knew what went into making it? Delving into the nitty gritty particulars can be more like opening a (ahem) can of worms. Do you really want to know if your favorite snack is healthy? Lucky for you, you can keep the top on that can, […]