Beef Jerky

Directions

1. 1
   Trim all fat from meat.
2. 2
   Semi-freeze meat and slice with the grain making strips 2 inches long and 1/2 inch wide.
3. 3
   Place meat in shallow baking dish.
4. 4
   Combine all other ingredients and pour over meat:
5. 5
   marinate overnight.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 140° to 150°. Lay strips of meat in single layer on oven rack with baking sheet or foil underneath to catch drippings.
7. 7
   Leave oven door open a crack and bake 8 to 10 hours, or until meat is chewy.
8. 8
   Test by tasting occasionally.
9. 9
   Serve as appetizers or snacks.
10. 10
    Store in plastic bag or airtight container on pantry shelf.