Beef Sticks Vs Beef Jerky: What's The Difference? - Tasting Table
Beef sticks are made with seasoned ground beef and stuffed into casings, while beef jerky consists of marinated, sliced lean beef, offering distinct textures.
The Tell-Tale Signs Your Beef Jerky Has Gone Bad - Tasting Table
"Before the days of refrigeration, preserving your meat by methods such as drying, salting, or smoking was the only way to keep meat edible beyond its very short shelf life."