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Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 teaspoon Ground cumin 1 teaspoon Dried oregano 1 teaspoon Paprika 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper 1 seeded jalapeño, minced (for a milder chili, use less or omit) 1 lb beef jerky (cut into 1-inch pieces if needed) 1 (14 oz) can Chili beans (drained and rinsed if preferred) 1 (28 oz) can Low sodium crushed tomatoes 1 (16 oz) bottle V8 juice Directions: Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or …

We are never short of tips that's for sure. LEM brings you the best of the best tips on grinding, jerky & sausage making, using our burger press, collagen, and more.Grinder tips Use LEM's Ground Meat Packaging Systems in conjunction with your LEM Grinder for efficient freezer storage of your game.LEM Grinders are commercial-grade. They can grind between 160 lbs/hr (#5 Unit) and 360 lbs/hr (#12 Unit) but meant for home-use.A word about Wattage: Wattage is relatively meaningless when comparing …

What exactly are Fresh and Cured Sausages? How do they differ?Fresh sausage is simply meat with your choice of sausage seasoning. It is mixed together and then used right away or frozen for a later date – it is not shelf stable or preserved. Great examples of Fresh Sausage include Breakfast Sausage (links or patties), Italian Sausage, Chorizo and Polish Sausage. Typically, fresh sausage is fried in a skillet or grilled and can be made with or without casings. On the other hand, Cured Sausage is …

How To Make Homemade Jerky that Puts Store-Bought Jerky to ShameFor outdoor snacks, nothing beats homemade jerky. And truth be told, it’s pretty tasty indoors, too. Packed with lean protein and flavored however you like it, it’s the perfect go-anywhere, do-anything food.One look at the price of store-bought jerky should answer any question about why you might want to make your own. One taste of our Backwoods Jerky Seasonings should seal that deal forever. When you make your own jerky, you contro …

Jerky and Food SafetyWhen raw meat or poultry is dehydrated at home - either in a warm oven or a food dehydrator - to make jerky which will be stored on the shelf, pathogenic bacteria are likely to survive the dry heat of a warm oven and especially the 130 to 140 °F of a food dehydrator. Included here is the scientific background behind drying food to make it safe and the safest procedures for jerky making.The origins of Jerky.This product is a nutrient-dense meat that has been made lightweight …

Last year we had the privilege of putting 6 deer in the freezer. People often ask us if we consume all the meat each year to which our response is, "of course!" Our favorite way to prepare venison is making it into jerky on our smoker. One thing about jerky is that it seems like you start with a pound of meat and end up with what seems is a bookmark...For the past several years processing meat took a lot of time. We used to cut meat by hand, and it would take several evenings to cut into the cor …

Many people are surprised to find out that dehydrators aren’t only made for dehydrating meat for jerky, they can be used to make a wide variety of different foods, and even decorations for the crafty person. Your dehydrator is the first step in creating mouthwatering jerky… the second step is adding our amazing Backwoods seasonings. Your food dehydrator is also an easy way to make dried fruits such as apple chips, dried bananas, mangos, and apricots for trail mix. These healthy snacks are easy a …

Venison jerky may not be one of the first things you think of when it comes to seasonal foods, but I'm here to change that with this fall inspired recipe. The naturally sweet apple cider pairs nicely with smokiness and mild heat of the chipotles in adobo.What are chipotles in adobo? They are simply smoked jalapenos that are packed into a rich seasoned tomato based sauce. You can find them at any Mexican grocery, most chain grocery stores and online.The key to getting the best flavor is to use a …

Jerky is a popular snack that people have enjoyed for centuries. It is made by drying and curing meat to preserve and enhance its flavor. There are many types of jerky, each with its unique taste and texture.One of the most common debates among jerky enthusiasts is the difference between ground and muscle jerky. Ground jerky is made from ground meat and has a smooth texture, while muscle jerky is made from whole slices of muscle meat and has a chewier texture.Let's explore the different characte …