Italian Sausage: Pork
What is Italian Sausage: Pork?
Italian sausage is a type of seasoned ground pork. It is typically made from pork meat and fat, combined with various spices such as fennel or anise, garlic, and red pepper. This mixture is then usually encased, though it can also be sold as loose ground meat.
Is Italian Sausage: Pork vegan?
No. Italian Sausage: Pork is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Italian Sausage: Pork a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Italian Sausage: Pork used for?
Manufacturers add Italian sausage to products primarily for its distinct savory flavor, protein content, and texture.
Is Italian Sausage: Pork safe?
Italian sausage is a food product regulated by the FDA as a meat item, not a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Italian sausage to products primarily for its distinct savory flavor, protein content, and texture. It is a popular ingredient in various prepared foods, including pizzas, deli items, and frozen appetizers and hors d'oeuvres. It contributes a rich, spiced meat component to meals.
Health notes
Italian sausage is a food product regulated by the FDA as a meat item, not a food additive. As a processed meat, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified it as Group 1, meaning it is carcinogenic to humans. Italian sausage can be a source of protein, but it can also be high in saturated fat and sodium. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg per day.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Italian Sausage: Pork
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Bernatello's Pizza, Inc.
Sausage Italia Crispy Pizza Topped With Mozzarella, Asiago & Parmesan Cheese, Rich Italian Sauce, Italian Sausage & Sausage Ultra Thin Crust Pizza, Sausage Italia
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
240kcal
13.2Protein
13.9Fat
17.1Carbs
Bernatello's Pizza, Inc.
Ultra Thin Crust Pizza, Ultimate Supreme
High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
235kcal
11.8Protein
14.4Fat
15.0Carbs
Bernatello's Pizza, Inc.
Ultra Thin Crust Sweet Italian Sausage Pizza
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
217kcal
11.7Protein
11.7Fat
17.5Carbs
Bravo Restaurants, Inc.
Meaty Legend Crumbled Sausage, Pepperoni, Bacon, Canadian Bacon Deep Dish Pizza, Meaty Legend
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
232kcal
9.9Protein
11.3Fat
23.8Carbs
ALE HAUS
Supreme Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Green Bell Peppers & Onion Pizza
High in sodium — 39% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
227kcal
10.7Protein
11.3Fat
20Carbs
Kingston Marketing Co
Sausage Italian Sausage And A Blend Of Five Cheeses Pizza, Sausage
High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
250kcal
10.7Protein
12.1Fat
25Carbs
Kingston Marketing Co
Pizza
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
233kcal
10.1Protein
11.9Fat
22.6Carbs
Kingston Marketing Co
Ultimate Meat Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Bacon, Sliced Angus Beef And A Blend Of Three Cheeses Pizza, Ultimate Meat
High in sodium — 45% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
269kcal
11.7Protein
13.8Fat
24.1Carbs
Hansen's Dairy, Inc.
Four Meat Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Ham And Bacon Pizza, Four Meat
High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
252kcal
11.5Protein
12.9Fat
21.6Carbs
The Gluten Free Food Group LLC
Whole Grain Crust Pizza, Sweet Italian Sausage
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
207kcal
9.6Protein
6.7Fat
28.1Carbs
Hansen Foods, LLC
Artisan Style Pizza, Supreme
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
233kcal
10.1Protein
11.9Fat
22.6Carbs
Hansen's Dairy, Inc.
Italiano Pizza, Uncured Double Pepperoni
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
218kcal
12.0Protein
12.0Fat
20.3Carbs
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