1/2 lb. tender quick
1/4 lb. brown sugar
2 tsp. chili pepper (hot)
2 tsp. black pepper
2 gal. water

Bring to boil, skim and let cool. Pour over chunked meat. Be sure the meat is in a stainless steel, plastic or crock. Cover with plate and weigh down. Let stand in brine between 4 to 8 hours. Take out and drain. Smoke until done in smoker or food dryer.