Beef Jerky

Directions

1. 1
   Cut all fat off flank steak; finely slice flank steak with grain.
2. 2
   Marinate for 24 hours in refrigerator.
3. 3
   Place strips or marinated steak across oven racks.
4. 4
   Use of heat: the heat of the pilot light is sufficient, remove from oven after 24 hours, store in a large wide mouthed jar that has air holes in lid.
5. 5
   If you have an electric oven, you will have to turn the heat on and off; never let the temperature rise above 100°.
6. 6
   The jerky may be done in less than 24 hours.
7. 7
   The secret is very low but consistent heat.