Seasoned Cooked Beef And Pork
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What it is
This ingredient is a combination of beef and pork that has been cooked and seasoned. The specific seasonings can vary widely but often include salt, pepper, and other spices to enhance flavor. It is typically used as a component in prepared meals and frozen entrees.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add seasoned cooked beef and pork to provide a savory meat component and flavor to food products. It is frequently found in frozen dinners, pasta dishes like lasagna, and other ready-to-eat meals where a meat element is desired.
Health notes
Seasoned cooked beef and pork is a food ingredient and not subject to specific FDA additive regulations. Its health implications are generally related to its nutritional content, such as protein and fat, and the sodium content from seasoning. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/IARC evaluate processed meats for carcinogenicity, with some classifications indicating a link between high consumption of processed meats and increased risk of certain cancers. Evidence regarding other health effects at typical intake levels is mixed and subject to ongoing research.
Allergen info
This ingredient is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten unless specific gluten-containing seasonings are added.