Max's customer at station

2 lbs. hamburger--cheapest available;
2 1/2 tablespoons Morton Tender Quick curing salt;
2 tablespoons brown sugar;
1/2 teas. garlic powder;
1/2 teas. onion powder;
1/2 teas. pepper;
2 teas. Wright's Liquid Smoke;
1 cup water

Combine all and knead well in large bowl. Shape into two rolls about two inches in diameter. Roll in aluminum foil, shiny side in, and close ends. Refrigerate 24 hours to cure. Use a toothpick to poke a 3/8 inch gridwork of holes the full length of bottom of foil. Place on broiler-pan rack above 1/2 inch to 1 inch of water in bottom of pan. Bake 1 1/2 hours at 325 degrees.

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