Corned Beef

[Hog_Swanson]

I'm going to try and make some corned beef that I can slice, vacuum seal and freeze.  Any of you have any tips or recipes that you would like to share?

[old hog]

Got this recipe back in the 90's and it turned out great.

25 ibs beef round or brisket
5 qts ice water
8 oz kosher salt
3 oz prague powder #1 (insta cure) sodium nitrate. Pink stuff
3 oz powdered dextrose
Garlic juice
Whole pickling spice. Kosher

Pack flesh to flesh with spices in between in a resealble container
Add brine until fully covered. Seal
Set in fridge for 3/4 days.
Smoke and enjoy.  I do not remember if I smoked it just a little
then cooked or finished it in the smoker. The ingredients were given
to me so not sure where to purchase. A good butcher would know.

[pigture perfect]

Let me know how this turns out. Corned beef is my favorite.

[Hog_Swanson]

I took a 2lbs brisket and cut a lot of the fat off.  I did leave some of it on.  Rubbed course salt all over, sprinkled half a bottle of pickling spice per side and garlic powder to taste. (I love garlic, so I used quite a bit.)

During my research, I found out that you make pastrami the same way.  You just smoke it instead of using the oven / crock pot.  I'll be smoking it this coming Saturday.  I'll take some pictures for all to see.  Can't wait.