Yep, same method as smoked baloney.. That's where I got the idea from. The baloney I like (Boars head brand) is expensive. I tried this ham loaf one time and never looked back. I have not found a baloney at a decent price that I liked so Ive stuck with this ham loaf. Only 10 bucks for 5 pounds. Easy, and always yummy! Score it, cheap yellow mustard slather, whatever rub I have on hand, and topped with brown sugar...