Every year I look forward to making deer jerky. The scent of spicy marinade fills my kitchen as I thaw, cut, soak and dry, gradually emptying my freezer full of deer meat. I beam like a kid on ...

Deer venison is lower in fat and higher in protein than other common red meats. It is also lower in calories and an excellent source of B vitamins, especially B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12. Venison contains ...

Editor's note: Originally published in October 2024. Updated November 2025. The length of time that jerky has been popular with human beings might surprise you. The mass-produced slices of dried ...

I titled this article deer jerky but actually it could have been deer, antelope or elk jerky. This method will work pretty much I guess on any meat including turkeys and pheasants. Everyone loves ...

Deer jerky is easy to make, healthy, flavorful, packed full of protein, and a great way to enjoy your harvest. Credit: Courtesy of Chris Sargent By far, deer meat takes up the most real-estate in our ...

A few days ago I received a call from a friend of a friend asking for advice. It seems he was recently successful while deer hunting and took on the task of processing the animal himself. All went ...