Dried Beef Cure
Dried Beef Cure is an easy dinner. Made with 20 lb. fresh beef or venison, 2 c. salt, 1 tsp. saltpeter, 1/4 lb. brown sugar and hickory smoke wash, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Simple to make and full of bold, satisfying flavors.
Mix salt, sugar and saltpeter together, mashing all lumps. Divide in 3 portions.
Cut pieces of meat lengthwise with grain so that slices will be crosswise.
These pieces are best if not more than 5 pounds.
Place meat in a large container and rub thoroughly with one portion of the salt mixture.
Follow the same procedure the second and third days.
Turn several times a day and let stand for 7 days.
Then hang in a warm place to drip.
When dripping stops, rub with hickory smoke wash.
Hang in cool place for 6 weeks before slicing.
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