{"product_id":"lem-sweet-italian-sausage-seasoning-packet-8-3-oz-fennel-mild-pepper-blend-seasons-up-to-25-lb","title":"LEM Sweet Italian Sausage Seasoning Packet 8.3 oz — Fennel \u0026 Mild Pepper Blend, Seasons up to 25 lb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEM Backwoods Sweet Italian Fresh Sausage Seasoning is an 8.3 oz packet of spice blend designed to flavor up to 25 pounds of fresh sausage with a balanced sweet-Italian profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade for home butchers, hunters, and home cooks who like to make sausage from scratch, this seasoning mix combines fennel, peppers, and a touch of sugar to create the classic Sweet Italian taste. The packet includes clear directions for mixing with meat that contains at least 20% pork or pork fat, and it contains no MSG. Use it to stuff links, form patties, or season bulk ground meat for grilling, frying, or boiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this seasoning to make sausage at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a ground meat blend with a minimum of 20% pork or added pork fat, dissolve the seasoning in cold water to distribute evenly, and mix until the meat feels tacky. From there you can stuff into casings or shape into patties and cook as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix ratio: contents season up to 25 lb of meat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydrate: dissolve with cold water for even distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFat requirement: use at least 20% pork\/pork fat for proper texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForming: stuff into 32–35 mm casings or leave bulk for patties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat flavors does the blend bring to my sausage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sweet Italian mix highlights fennel seed and a balanced pepper presence with a hint of sugar to round the profile, producing a mildly sweet, savory sausage suited to breakfast or Italian-style dishes. The seasoning is formulated to complement both domestic and wild game meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrimary notes: fennel and mild peppers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSweet balance: measured sugar for traditional Sweet Italian taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVersatile pairing: works with pork, beef, venison, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo MSG: clean-label seasoning profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cooking methods work best for sausage made with this seasoning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSausage seasoned with this mix performs well whether grilled, pan-fried, or boiled; stuffing into casings creates links that hold shape on the grill, while bulk sausage makes flavorful patties or crumbles for sauces. Always cook to a safe internal temperature before serving and refrigerate leftovers promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrill: ideal for linked sausages for crisp exterior and smoky flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePan-fry: quick browning for patties or crumbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBoil\/poach: gentle cooking before finishing on a pan or grill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStorage: refrigerate finished product; follow safe-handling steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much seasoning do I need and what extras should I have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 8.3 oz packet seasons up to 25 pounds of meat, making it convenient for large batches or multiple small ones. For best results, have casings (if making links), a meat grinder, and mixing tools ready before you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYield: seasons up to 25 lb of sausage per packet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccessories: natural hog or collagen casings (32–35 mm) sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEquipment: grinder, bowl, spoon or mixer, and stuffing attachment if making links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTips: follow packet directions for hydration and mixing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: LEM Backwoods Sweet Italian Fresh Sausage Seasoning is aimed at home sausage makers, backyard butchers, hunters who process game, and cooks who want authentic Italian-flavored sausage without MSG. It’s ideal for anyone preparing larger quantities—whether you're curing links for a family barbecue or seasoning bulk meat for restaurant-style dishes—and for cooks who prefer precise control over ingredients and fat content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalt, Spices, Maltodextrin, Sugar, Spice Extractives with Antioxidants. BHA (.09%), BHT (.09%), Citric Acid (.09%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much meat does one packet season?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One 8.3 oz packet seasons up to 25 pounds of meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this seasoning with venison or beef?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—use with venison, beef, or pork; add pork fat to reach at least 20% for best texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LEM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46007264968787,"sku":"B009SJA32Y","price":51.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/lem-backwoods-packet-front.jpg?v=1787258336","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/lem-sweet-italian-sausage-seasoning-packet-8-3-oz-fennel-mild-pepper-blend-seasons-up-to-25-lb","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}