4 lbs. lean ground beef
2 tbsp. liquid smoke
1 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
1/4 c. curing salt
1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Mix together and chill for 24 hours. Divide into 4 loaves. Wrap each in nylon net or cheesecloth. Place on rack over large shallow pan. Cook at 225 degrees in oven for 4 hours. Remove from oven. Pat with paper towels. Remove net. Cool, then wrap in foil and refrigerate or freeze. Makes about 3 pounds.