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The sad reality is so many things that don’t belong in our food get pumped into lunchmeat and served to our kids. Nearly all the lunchmeat sitting on grocery shelves and being served at delis is either processed or packed full of preservatives or hormones or all of the above. It’s a scary reality.Making venison lunchmeat is easy and can be very tasty. It is also the perfect organic option with which to make sandwiches for you or your kids’ lunches. Sometimes, when I don’t finish a roast or backs …

Venison jerky may not be one of the first things you think of when it comes to seasonal foods, but I'm here to change that with this fall inspired recipe. The naturally sweet apple cider pairs nicely with smokiness and mild heat of the chipotles in adobo. What are chipotles in adobo? They are simply smoked jalapenos that are packed into a rich seasoned tomato based sauce. You can find them at any Mexican grocery, most chain grocery stores and online.The key to getting the best flavor is to use a …

Invest in your kitchen gear with meat slicers from LEM Products. A commercial meat slicer allows you to achieve the customized thickness you want your meat to have. The good news is that any whole muscle meat—meaning meat that has not been ground or chopped up or overly processed—will work well with any thickness. The following is a guide on how thick you achieve a specific level of thickness. Shaved – Less than 1/16” Shaved slices of meat are those paper-thin beauties th …

When you buy any food item from the grocery store, it is going to feature a “Best By” date. This means that the item you are purchasing can be considered fresh and delicious by or before that date. Afterwards, it may become questionable. Sometimes the items may be perfectly fine after that date, but it could be a gamble especially if the item is meat or dairy. As a hunter who also processes your own meat, the rules are a little different. Your best by date is determined by your knowl …

The sun is setting and the cool evening air envelopes you. It is not quiet, but peaceful as the ambient noise that usually clogs your eardrums has completely dissipated. No traffic, no humming of electronics, no intrusive noise. Instead, you are surrounded by the sounds of nature. Insects chirping, perhaps an owl hooting, and the gentle rustle of the deer you have been tracking. You have your shot, you aim, you squeeze the trigger and—success. Just like that, all of your hard work and pre …

Whether you are a novice or a seasoned veteran, you can never be too prepared for the upcoming hunting season. Make sure you have all your ducks in a row with this quick list of topics you will want to keep on your radar and take care of before opening day. Once your bag limit has been met you also want to be ready to process your game. Get everything you need from meat grinders to meat slicers from LEM Products. Get Your Deer Hunting License Waiting until the last minute to acquire your hunting …

Creativity fuels the fun you have while cooking and food prepping. Experimentation is how great dishes or snacks are created—sometimes by trial and error, sometimes completely by accident. That said, some things have already been attempted and found to be lacking in either flavor or success. When it comes to using your meat dehydrator, we encourage you to get creative but to remain aware of what you should avoid. Meat Dehydrators Are Multipurpose You can drop the word “meat” a …

Hunters, bulk shoppers, or anyone who likes to store meat for future use, will love a LEM vacuum food sealer. Our many options give you a variety of vacuum food sealers to choose from. We provide commercial-grade vacuum food sealing products and accessories, made with quality craftsmanship for the home chef as well as restaurant and food businesses. Meat When you have a lot of meat on your hands, with not much storage area, vacuum food sealers can save your meat from going to waste. Our high-qua …

Meat slicers may seem like equipment exclusive to butcher shops, but they come in handy for the at-home chef. A meat slicer is not limited to slicing only meat. There are numerous ways your LEM meat slicer can be put to use in your kitchen. Easily Cut Fruits and Vegetables Cut down on the laborious and extensive amount of time that it takes to cut up your vegetables or fruit. Slicing by hand can take up a great amount of time and can often lead to inconsistent slices. Fortunately, our meat slice …

Many people are surprised to find out that dehydrators aren’t only made for dehydrating meat for jerky, they can be used to make a wide variety of different foods, and even decorations for the crafty person. Your dehydrator is the first step in creating mouthwatering jerky… the second step is adding our amazing Backwoods seasonings. Your food dehydrator is also an easy way to make dried fruits such as apple chips, dried bananas, mangos, and apricots for trail mix. These healthy snac …