healthy snacks Archives - Crockett Creek Jerky

Is Beef Jerky Healthy? All-Natural Jerky vs. Jerky with Harmful Additives

Feb 19, 2024 | Healthy Tidbits, Jerky Tips, News, Uncategorized

Is beef jerky healthy? It depends. If you’re a beef jerky lover you’ve probably tried quite a few different brands, flavors, and varieties—but have you ever investigated the ingredients in the jerkies you consume? The sad reality is that these days many of the foods...

Why Jerky Makes the Perfect Holiday Gift

Dec 8, 2022 | Jerky Tips

Is there anything better than opening holiday gifts with family? Try making that gift a pack of beef jerky and watch your loved ones’ faces light up. This holiday, give the gift of delicious jerky to those you’re shopping for. Jerky has numerous benefits that make it...

Popular Jerky Q&As

May 10, 2022 | Healthy Tidbits, Jerky Tips

We get a lot of jerky-related questions. From inquiries about the health benefits to concerns about its shelf life, the team at Crockett Creek has heard it all. As jerky craftsmen, we don’t really mind too much and are happy to impart our jerky-related knowledge to...

The 7 Types of People You’ll Find Eating Beef Jerky

Apr 9, 2022 | Jerky Tips

Who eats beef jerky? According to Statista, about 40% of the U.S. population. Beef jerky is the one of the fastest growing segments of the food industry, largely because people have less time but also want foods that are low in calories and high in vitamins, minerals...

What is Sodium Nitrate and Why Don’t We Use It to Make Our Natural Jerky?

Dec 9, 2021 | Healthy Tidbits

One of the best things about beef jerky is that it can be enjoyed anywhere at any time. With a shelf life that’s almost as incredible as its flavor, there’s a reason that beef jerky has become a staple at camp sites, on road trips, or even just as a snack on the go....