Yes, canning leftover meat is way better than just freezing it. It'll last a lot longer though it is a little more work. Be sure to get a pressure canner and a good, NEW book about canning. Doing it wrong can unleash all sorts of nastys on your family.

Taste-wise, I think it's fine. You might want someone else's opinion though as I also think June bugs are a tasty treat.

-Blast