{"id":866,"date":"2024-07-30T13:24:56","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T18:24:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/?p=866"},"modified":"2024-07-30T13:38:11","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T18:38:11","slug":"summer-sausage-its-not-just-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/summer-sausage-its-not-just-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Sausage: It’s Not Just For Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Ah, summer sausage\u2014that alliterative seasonal delight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just saying the name conjures up images of backyard barbecues, sunny picnics, and gatherings with friends and family. Come on, say it with me: s-u-m-m-e-r s-a-u-s-a-g-e. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But here’s the thing: summer sausage isn’t just for summer, and procuring and eating it in, say, winter won’t cause bad luck like walking under a ladder. This cured meat creation has much more to offer, and for crying out loud, we\u2019re here to give it the year-round appreciation it deserves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some Summer Sausage History<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The History of Sausage 101 was the easiest elective any of us could have taken in college. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you missed out 1) shame on you and 2) we\u2019ll do you a sausage solid with this extremely brief history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer sausage has been around for centuries, originating in Europe where it was created to last through the warm summer months without spoiling. The secret lies in its preparation. By combining beef and pork, adding a blend of spices, and curing it with salt, summer sausage was made to endure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This longevity is precisely what makes it perfect for any <\/em>season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Versatility at Its Best<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of summer sausage is its versatility. It’s like the Swiss Army Knife of the sausage family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need a quick appetizer for a winter gathering? Slice up some summer sausage, pair it with cheese and crackers, and voil\u00e0! Instant crowd-pleaser. How about a protein boost for your spring salad? Dice some summer sausage, toss it in, and enjoy the added flavor and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that\u2019s one thoughtful sausage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Perfect Snack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s talk snacking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re hiking through autumn trails, skiing down winter slopes, or lounging on the beach in the heat of summer\u2014this is sounding like an episode of The Real Housewives\u2014summer sausage is the ultimate portable snack. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s high in protein, doesn’t require refrigeration (thanks to its curing process), and is packed with savory goodness. Pair it with a piece of fruit, some nuts, or even just on its own, and you\u2019ve got a satisfying, energizing snack that beats any granola bar\u2026for several reasons, namely, it doesn\u2019t break into a million annoying un-consumable pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gourmet Potential<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m a fan of not having an ingredient do all the work, which is why I encourage cooking when you have the time, and summer sausage offers a wealth of culinary possibilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can be a star ingredient in hearty stews and soups during the colder months. Try adding it to a pot of beans, a pasta dish, or even as a pizza topping. The rich, smoky flavor of summer sausage adds a unique twist to any recipe,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holiday Hero<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

And let\u2019s not forget the holidays. When the season rolls around, summer sausage is a hero on charcuterie boards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An aside: Charcuterie boards must be the biggest entertaining hack there is. You literally don\u2019t cook any of the ingredients, and your guests hail you as a culinary hero for having the presence of mind to neatly organize stuff on a stylish piece of wood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where was I? Summer sausage, right. It pairs wonderfully with various cheeses, pickles, mustards, and bread. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You know what else? It\u2019s also a fantastic gift! Wrapped in a bow, a package of summer sausage and gourmet crackers makes for a thoughtful and delicious present, and makes you a holiday hero. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

🎁🧺 SHAMELESS PLUG ALERT 🎁🧺<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About BasketWorks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Ah, summer sausage\u2014that alliterative seasonal delight.  Just saying the name conjures up images of backyard barbecues, sunny picnics, and gatherings with friends and family. Come on, say it with me: s-u-m-m-e-r s-a-u-s-a-g-e.  But here’s the thing: summer sausage isn’t just for summer, and procuring and eating it in, say, winter won’t cause bad luck like […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/866"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=866"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/866\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":869,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/866\/revisions\/869"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=866"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=866"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.79gifts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=866"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}