Beef brisket
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. crumbled bay leaf
2 tbsp. liquid smoke

Combine salt, pepper, chili powder, bay leaves and liquid smoke. Rub meat on all sides with mixture. Place meat fat side up in large roasting pan. Cover tightly and bake 4 hours at 325 degrees.

BARBECUE SAUCE:

3 tbsp. brown sugar
14 oz. catsup
3/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
6 tbsp. butter, melted
1 tbsp. dry mustard
2 tbsp. liquid smoke
Salt & pepper
1/4 c. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. celery salt
1/2 c. water

After meat is cooked, cut thin slices across the grain; mix with the barbecue sauce and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve on buns.