Easy Doggie Strips*
Jerky for dogs can be very expensive. Here's a way to make your own meat strips.
6-8 hot dogs or frankfurters
1/2 cup beef drippings
Using a very sharp knife or a cheese or butter cutter (the kind with a taut wire), slice the hot dogs into as many thin slices as possible.
Arrange the slices in a shallow pan or bowl and pour the drippings over the top. Set aside for at least one hour or overnight.
Place them on a microwave-proof plate or platter and microwave on high for 3 mintues. Remove from the microwave and cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes. Then return them to the oven and microwave on high again for another 3 minutes.
Remove from the oven and repeat until the slices have reached the jerky stage of dryness. Be sure to allow for cooling time in between each cooking.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Baking note: These strips can also be made with sausage, although they will have to be sliced with a meat slicer or knife.
Note: Some hot dogs or frankfurters may contain undesirable additives.
Makes 1/2 to 3/4 lb strips