Ingredient

Sausage: Beef

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Beef sausage is used as a protein source and flavor enhancer in many dishes. …

What it is

Beef sausage is a ground meat product made from beef, often seasoned with spices like salt, pepper, and sage. It can be sold as links, patties, or bulk. The fat content can vary widely.

Why it's used

Beef sausage is used as a protein source and flavor enhancer in many dishes. It is commonly found in breakfast meals, pizza toppings, pasta sauces, and casseroles.

Health notes

Beef sausage is a source of protein and iron. It can also be high in saturated fat and sodium, depending on the preparation. Regulatory bodies like the FDA and international organizations such as JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many food additives used in sausage production. Some studies suggest high consumption of processed meats may be linked to certain health risks, but evidence is mixed and often confounded by other dietary and lifestyle factors.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Beef is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. Gluten is not typically present unless added as a filler.

Products containing Sausage: Beef

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Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Original Thin Crust Pizza Four Meat Pizza High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 243kcal 12.5Protein 13.2Fat 19.1Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Original Thin Crust Pizza, Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza High in sodium — 57% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 241kcal 12.0Protein 13.5Fat 18.8Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Special Original Thin Crust Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 215kcal 10.1Protein 11.4Fat 18.1Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Original Thin Crust Pizza, Sausage & Mushroom Pizza High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 212kcal 10.2Protein 10.2Fat 19.0Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Original Thin Crust The Sausage & Pepperoni Toss Pizza, Sausage & Pepperoni Toss Pizza High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 266kcal 12.5Protein 16.4Fat 17.2Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. The 4-Meat Shaker Original Sweet Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Sausage And Bacon Thin Crust Pizza, The 4-Meat Shaker Pizza High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 267kcal 12.7Protein 16Fat 17.3Carbs Hansen's Dairy, Inc. Original Thin Crust The Double Down Sausage Pizza, Double Down Sausage Pizza High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 248kcal 11.4Protein 14.8Fat 17.4Carbs Heggies Pizza LLC Sausage & Pepperoni Cauliflower Crust Pizza With Sausage, Pepperoni And Mozzarella Cheese, Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 270kcal 14.3Protein 15.1Fat 18.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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