Sausage
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What it is
Sausage is a food typically made from ground meat, such as pork, beef, or poultry, mixed with fat, salt, and other seasonings like herbs and spices. It can be sold fresh, cured, smoked, or pre-cooked. The mixture is often stuffed into a casing, which can be made from animal intestines or synthetic materials.
Why it's used
Sausage is used as a primary ingredient or flavoring in a wide variety of dishes. Manufacturers add it for its savory flavor and texture, and it is commonly found in breakfast foods, pizzas, pasta dishes, casseroles, and as a filling for sandwiches and pastries.
Health notes
Sausage is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Some processed meats, including certain types of sausage, have been classified by the WHO/IARC as Group 1 carcinogens, meaning there is sufficient evidence that they cause cancer in humans, particularly colorectal cancer. However, the risk is associated with high consumption levels. JECFA has evaluated various meat products, but a specific evaluation for 'sausage' as a general category with an ADI is not typically set. Evidence on the health effects of sausage is mixed, with some studies linking high intake to increased risk of certain chronic diseases, while others focus on the nutritional benefits of protein and other nutrients.
Allergen info
Sausage is not a major allergen. However, some sausages may contain allergens like wheat (as a binder or filler), soy, or dairy depending on the specific recipe and processing.
Products containing Sausage
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MAMA COZZI'S
Rising Crust Supreme Pizza, Rising Crust
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
230kcal
9.5Protein
8.8Fat
28.4Carbs
MAMA COZZI'S
Three Meat Pizza Rising Crust, Three Meat
High in sodium — 36% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
243kcal
10Protein
8.6Fat
30Carbs
Conagra Brands
MARIE CALLENDERS Three Meat And Four Cheese Lasagna, 10.5 OZ
High in sodium — 52% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
124kcal
7.0Protein
4.0Fat
14.1Carbs
Conagra Brands
MARIE CALLENDERS Three Cheese Pepperoni Sausage Ziti, 12 OZ
High in sodium — 48% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
129kcal
6.8Protein
4.7Fat
14.7Carbs
Conagra Brands
BANQUET Homestyle Bakes Sausage Biscuit Gravy, 28.1 OZ
High in sodium — 45% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
196kcal
4.5Protein
10.6Fat
20.1Carbs
Conagra Brands
Old Fashioned Country Sausage Gravy - #10 Can, 106 OZ
125kcal
3.1Protein
9.4Fat
6.2Carbs
MAMA COZZI'S
Sausage, Pepperoni, Green Pepper & Onion Original Thin Supreme Pizza, Sausage, Pepperoni, Green Pepper & Onion
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
238kcal
10Protein
10Fat
27.5Carbs
MAMA COZZI'S
Original Thin Beef Topping, Sausage, Pepperoni & Canadian Bacon 4 Meat Pizza, 4 Meat
High in sodium — 39% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
248kcal
10.8Protein
10.8Fat
27.4Carbs
MAMA COZZI'S
Original Thin Kitchen Combo Pizza, Original Thin
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
257kcal
11.2Protein
11.2Fat
28.3Carbs
MAMA COZZI'S
Three Meat Pepperoni, Sausage, Beef Topping Pepperoni Made With Pork, Chicken & Beef, Sausage Made With Pork & Chicken Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza, Three Meat
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
244kcal
10.3Protein
10.3Fat
27.6Carbs