All You Need To Know About Deli Meats

Deli meats are a type of processed meat product that comes in a variety of flavors and textures. They can be purchased pre-sliced, vacuum-packed, or in bulk. They are often used for sandwiches, salads, and other snacks. Deli meats have become increasingly popular over the years due to their convenience and affordability.

Nutritional Value of Deli Meats

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Deli meats are a good source of protein, providing 12-15 grams per serving. They are also high in sodium, with some varieties containing more than 1,000 mg per serving. For this reason, it is important to read the nutrition label to determine sodium content.

Deli meats also contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as B vitamins, iron, and zinc. However, they are not a significant source of fiber or other essential nutrients.

Types of Deli Meats

There are a variety of deli meats available in supermarkets and delis, including salami, bologna, ham, pastrami, turkey, and roast beef. Each type of deli meat has its own flavor and texture, so it is important to try a few varieties to find one that you like.

Health Considerations

Deli meats are generally safe to eat, but they are high in sodium and saturated fat. For this reason, it is best to limit the amount of deli meat you eat and opt for leaner cuts when possible. In addition, it is important to store deli meats properly to prevent foodborne illness.

Crispy Sausage-Meat Savoury Bakes

The ingredients and quantities for this recipe, I have based on two servings. You will need, 1 or 2 slices of white or wholemeal bread, 200grams of sausage meat, half an onion(finely chopped), a pinch of salt, ground black peppercorn, ground cayenne pepper, mixed herbs. You can also get the information about meat recipes via https://hellers.co.nz/recipes.

The method, preheat the oven, 200degC/Gas 6. By hand, shred the bread slices into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Line the bottom of a shallow baking tray with nonstick foil.

Tip the breadcrumbs from the mixing bowl onto the foil, spreading them evenly to cover the foil, then place on the middle shelf of the oven and bake them for 10 minutes.

While the breadcrumbs are baking, put the sausage meat, onion, and all the seasonings in the mixing bowl and thoroughly mix by hand, making sure the ingredients are well blended.

 Remove the breadcrumbs from the oven and add directly to the sausage meat mix. With your hands, work the breadcrumbs into the mix and again make sure that the breadcrumbs are fully incorporated.

Space the bakes evenly on the baking tray, making sure that they are not touching one another. Return the bakes to the middle shelf of the oven, bake them for 30 minutes, 220degC/Gas7 then turn them over and bake for a further 10 minutes or until crisp and golden.

 Crispy sausage meat savoury bakes, can be enjoyed either hot or cold on their own as snacks, with a variety of dips or part of a main meal, whichever way, enjoy!