To be blunt, there is an enormous amount of potential for a food dehydrator. We use a meat dehydrator to save money on bulk meat, and store it for up to 6 months.
A quality model will ultimately be your best choice, as they'll have the power to prepare large batches. The blog from the website in my signature shares how to cure, marinade, season and tenderize your meat, as well as methods for long-term storage. You'll also find a plethora of interesting recipes and ideas that you might not have thought of, like ginger candy, jalapeno seasoning, shredded beer jerky and potato chips, to name a few!
