Here's the cheap (and best way IMO) way to make your own:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/a...ipe/index.html
The problem with countertop dehydrators is that they don't move enough air, so they rely on heat to help dry the food out. The problem is the heat partially cooks the food, which is why the jerky tastes different than commercial stuff. I have made the recipe above using the airfilters/fan method above and it makes great jerky.
