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Smeghead 11:11 pm UTC 06/05/08 |
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Only 30% Meat - Pudding 10:21 pm UTC 06/05/08 |
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What country are those Regulations for UK, USA, NZ?
> This isn't for a Steinman greatest hits compilation...LOL
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> Just read this and nearly barfed
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> The minimum meat content of a pork sausage is only 42%.
> The equivalent figures for most other sausages are around
> 30%.
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> The definition of meat is based on new regulations which
> came into force in 2003. Broadly, pork can contain up to
> 30% fat and 25% connective tissue and still be described
> as meat. Beef and lamb meat can contain up to 25% fat and
> 25% connective tissue.
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> The minimum meat content of a burger is much higher at 67%
> (or 50% for economy burgers).
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> So use your loaf and check the meat content before buying.
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