Beef Jerky

Directions

1. 1
   Cut meat in 3/4-inch wide strips with grain.
2. 2
   Dissolve salt in warm water and then add remaining ingredients.
3. 3
   Soak meat in mixture about 2 hours, turning strips of meat frequently so that each piece is drenched with mixture.
4. 4
   Place strips of meat on paper towels for a few minutes.
5. 5
   Then place strips of meat on oven rack.
6. 6
   Turn heat on to 120° to 130° and cook at this temperature for 8 to 9 hours with oven door slightly cracked open.
7. 7
   After cooking, turn off heat, open oven door and let air dry for 8 more hours.
8. 8
   Package jerky in bags or jars.