Sausage Seasoning
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What it is
Sausage seasoning is a blend of spices and herbs used to give sausage its characteristic flavor. Common ingredients include salt, pepper, sage, thyme, marjoram, and sometimes other spices like nutmeg, ginger, or cayenne pepper. The exact blend can vary widely depending on the type of sausage and regional preferences.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use sausage seasoning to enhance and define the taste of meat products, especially sausages, hot dogs, and breakfast meats. It provides a savory, often slightly spicy, and aromatic profile that consumers associate with these foods. It is also found in some meat-based prepared meals and appetizers.
Health notes
Sausage seasonings are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The individual spices and herbs are typically consumed in small amounts as part of a mixed diet. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many common spices and herbs, generally finding them safe for consumption at typical levels. There are no widespread health controversies associated with the use of traditional sausage seasonings in typical food amounts.
Allergen info
Sausage seasoning itself is not typically derived from one of the nine major FDA allergens. However, some spice blends may be processed in facilities that also handle allergens, and cross-contamination is a possibility. Always check the product label for specific allergen warnings.
Products containing Sausage Seasoning
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The Hillshire Brands Company
Sausage, Egg & Cheese Casserole Bites
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 60% DV per serving
226kcal
13.1Protein
17.9Fat
4.8Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Meat Lovers Casserole Bites
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 62% DV per serving
238kcal
14.3Protein
17.9Fat
6.0Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Turkey Sausage & Bacon Frittatas, Turkey Sausage & Bacon
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 75% DV per serving
230kcal
11.5Protein
16.8Fat
8.0Carbs
The Hillshire Brands Company
Turkey Sausage & Veggies Egg With Turkey Sausage, Cheddar Cheese, Red And Green Peppers & Caramelized Onions Frittatas, Turkey Sausage & Veggies
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 77% DV per serving
212kcal
10.6Protein
15.0Fat
8.8Carbs
M.C.I. Foods, Inc.
Cheese, Egg, & Cooked Sausage Crumbles (Made with Turkey) Breakfast Burrito IW
227kcal
11.5Protein
7.8Fat
27.5Carbs