Savoring sausage

摘要

Art, tradition or simply an efficient use of meat trim, sausage making has a rich history in most cultures. When mechanical refrigeration was unavailable, sausages were a way to store meat for extended periods. Today, sausages are a way to combine meats and seasonings for a pleasant eating experience. "Globally, there are more than 800 types of sausages," explains Jim Lam-key, senior principal scientist-technical services group, Spicetec Flavors & Seasonings, Omaha, Neb. "Most of these sausages can fit into one of six categories: fresh, smoked, cooked, cooked and smoked, semi-dry and dry."