4 lb. ground beef (extra lean)
1/4 c. curing salt (Morton's Tender quick)
2 tbsp. Liquid Smoke
1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp. ground pepper

Mix well and chill 24 hours. Divide into 4 logs. Place on broiler pan with rack and bake at 225 degrees for 3 1/4 hours. Remove and pat dry with paper towel. May turn meat over once during cooking. Keeps 2-3 weeks. Freezes well.