Mix all ingredients together and grind the product through a coarse plate and follow this with a fine grind.
Stuff in hog casing and smoke at 120° F for one hour, 150 F for one more hour, then at 170° F two hours or until internal temperature of 141° F is reached insert a calibrated meat thermometer in the thickest part of the sausage to check internal temperature).
Remove from smokehouse and rinse/spray with hot water for 15 to 30 seconds.
Follow with cold rinse/spray or place in ice water until internal temperature is reduced to 100 F. Let dry 1 to 2 hours. Refrigerate.
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