Made With Calcium Alginate Or Beef Collagen Casing
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What it is
Casings made from calcium alginate or beef collagen hold sausages and hot dogs together. Calcium alginate is derived from seaweed, while beef collagen comes from the connective tissue of cattle. These casings are edible and designed to be cooked and eaten with the product inside.
Why it's used
Casings are used to give processed meats like sausages and hot dogs their characteristic shape and to help them cook evenly. They also help retain moisture and flavor during cooking. Manufacturers choose between calcium alginate and beef collagen casings based on desired texture and cooking properties.
Health notes
Calcium alginate and beef collagen are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are primarily composed of protein and fiber, which are common components of the human diet. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar food ingredients. There are no widespread health concerns associated with consuming these types of casings at typical levels found in food.
Allergen info
Beef collagen is derived from cattle, which is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. Calcium alginate is derived from seaweed and is not a major allergen. Neither is a source of gluten.
Products containing Made With Calcium Alginate Or Beef Collagen Casing
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The Hillshire Brands Company
Cheddar Lit'L Smokies, Cheddar
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
333kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
3.3Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Lit'L Smokies Smoked Sausage, Lit'L Smokies
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
317kcal
11.7Protein
28.3Fat
3.3Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Turkey Lit'L Smokies Smoked Sausage, Turkey Lit'L Smokies
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
167kcal
16.7Protein
10Fat
5Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Lit'L Polskas Smoked Polish Sausage Made With Pork & Chicken, Lit'L Polskas Smoked Polish
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
333kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
3.3Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Lit'L Beef Franks, Lit'L Beef
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
333kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
3.3Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Lit'L Wieners
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
350kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
6.7Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Beef Lit'L Smokies Smoked Sausage, Beef Lit'L Smokies
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
333kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
3.3Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Beef Lit'L Smokies Smoked Sausage, Beef Lit'L Smokies
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
333kcal
11.7Protein
30Fat
3.3Carbs