Jerky - The Food That Endured the Centuries

Anthropologists have discovered the presents of driedWill pay a fortune for it. You will pay 4, 5, to 6 dollars
meat back as far in time as the pyramids of Egypt. Itfor a 2 ½ to 3 ounce package.
traveled with Columbus to the new world. The PilgrimsThere is nothing better than fresh, flavorful, home
also depended on jerky to their journey to Plymouthmade jerky at a fraction of the cost.
Rock. Both George Washington's troops and theFresh jerky is softer, has more meat flavor, and
British Soldiers depended upon "jerk" as well as theprovides more nutrition than the pre-packed
Soldiers in the Civil war and WW 1. Then came, youcommercial jerky. Home made is the only way to be
got it, SPAM.sure of exactly what goes into your jerky.
These days jerky is most popular as a snack. It is alsoIt's the intelligent choice of Hunters, Families, or anyone
a high-energy food for hunters,who enjoys creating theirown flavorful combination.
Backpackers, and others who spend a lot of timeJerky made from lean beef or venison is low in
outdoors. It is good on trips, it is great for the kids and itcholesterol,low in fat and very high in protein.
doesn't make a mess in the car.Jerky can be made from a variety of other meats as
You can find jerky in supermarkets, conveniencewell. Turkey, chicken, buffalo, elk, emu, wild fowl, small
stores, gas stations, etc. However yougame, fish, duck and geese and more.