2 pounds ground beef (not extra lean)
1 cup water
2 1/2 tbsp. of Tender Quick salt (Mortons)
2 tsp. liquid smoke
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. black pepper, coarse ground

Combine beef with water, mixing well. Blend in remaining ingredients, except pepper. Form beef mixture into 1 or 2 logs, roll in pepper. Wrap logs in aluminum foil; refrigerate for 24 hours. Prepare for baking by punching holes in bottom of foil and place on broiler pan with 1/4 inch water in bottom of pan.

Bake at 325°F for 1 1/2 hours. Cool on wire rack and refrigerate for easier slicing. Serve with cheese and crackers. Serve with sweet and spicy mustard for tart taste.

Makes 2 loaves.