5 lbs. ground beef
1/4 c. Tender Quick curing salt
1 1/2 tsp. coarse black pepper
2 tbsp. liquid smoke
1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Mix all ingredients. Refrigerate for 24 hours.

Form into sticks, bake 4 hours at 225 degrees. Upon removing from oven, blot excess fat off with paper towel.

Note: I have used a combination of ground beef and ground turkey, also. You may also freeze excess after baking and thaw for use later. I normally bake on broiler pan so excess fat drains off.