But what if I told you there is a $60 (ish) machine that can turn that food waste into delicious, shelf-stable snacks?

Enter the .

I used a simple soy sauce, honey, and chili flake marinade. The Meykey has adjustable temperature settings, so you can start low to cure the meat safely and finish with a little heat. The result was professional-grade jerky that cost 1/4 of the price of store brands.

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Let’s be real for a second. We’ve all thrown away a sad, wilted bundle of herbs or a bag of spinach that turned into green sludge at the back of the fridge. We feel guilty. Our wallets feel lighter.