Homemade Beef Jerky

Step 1

Trim all fat off meat.

Step 2

Cut steak in to 4 inch strips.

Step 3

The steak should be about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 4

It's easier to cut meat partially frozen.

Step 5

Pound meat lightly, you don't want it too thin.

Step 6

Add all ingredients in a large bowl.

Step 7

Mix well.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate overnight (8 hrs).

Step 9

Line cookie sheets with tin foil.

Step 10

Place steak strips on sheets, don't overlap meat.

Step 11

Set oven at lowest temperature. (150-175°F).

Step 12

Bake six hours, turning after three hours.

Step 13

Jerky is done when meat is dried out, depending on your oven.

Step 14

Worth the wait!