Thanks Tony! I have read up on your brining. Wow, I am so impressed with the data you came up with. I am going to try your brining recipe, as well as all of the recipes on the jerky site. I enjoyed my smoker so much last year, and am so excited to get back into this fun hobby.
I also just purchased a jerky slicer from Cabelas. I have one just down the road from me. I read some of your posts about consistent cuts and thought I need to at least have a standard cutting process. I debated between the jerky slicer and an electric meat cutter, and landed on the jerky slicer.
One of my weaknesses has always been jerky. Whether it is beef, turkey, chicken, or even pheasant. I have tried many different types of jerky from my buddies, but never have made it myself. I am actually looking forward to Fall, so I can try out some different recipes.
Yes, life is great!!