Jerky

Ingredients

• center round cut of beef
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

1. Trim excess fat from the beef and slice it into thin strips against the grain, about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Mix the black pepper, smoked paprika, cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and honey.
3. Toss the beef strips in the seasoning mix until evenly coated.
4. Cover and marinade overnight in the fridge.
5. Arrange the strips on Traeger grates with a little space between each piece.
6. Smoke on the Traeger at 165–180°F for 6–8 hr until dry but still slightly pliable.
7. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container.