Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there preservatives
in Polidori sausage?
A: No there are no preservatives in Polidori sausage.
Only natural ingredients are used.
Q: Does Polidori use MSG
in their sausage?
A: Polidori sausage does not contain any MSG.
Q: How long will an unopened
package of Polidori Sausage last in my refrigerator?
A: Polidori Sausage can be refrigerated up to the "sell
by" date marked on the package. Once you open the package, cook and
eat the sausage within 3 days. Polidori Sausage can be frozen for up to
4 months.
Q: Is Polidori a local company?
A: Polidori Meats is a local company, celebrating our
80th year in business. Run by 4th generation Polidori’s, they have
been making Italian Sausage in Denver, longer than any other company.
Q: I have not seen Polidori
at my local grocery store. What should I do?
A: If you don’t see Polidori Sausage at your local
grocery store, talk to the meat manager and ask them to order it. Customer’s
demands have strong influences over what a store carries.
Q: What is the main ingredient
in Polidori sausage?
A: Pork. Only the finest pork is used. Pork shoulder
is the main ingredient. We do not use pork trim.
Q: How many different varieties
of sausage does Polidori make?
A: Mild link and bulk and hot link and bulk. We also
have Chorizo and Bratwursts.
Q: Why does other sausage
seem redder than Polidori sausage?
A: Polidori’s secret ingredient of spices maintains
a natural look to th sausage. Polidori uses nothing in its ingredients
to artificially color its sausage. In the early years, Italian Sausage
never contained paprika. Italian Sausage companies started putting paprika
in their Italian Sausage to make it more attractive to the consumer eye.
Q: Is Polidori sausage high
in fat?
A: As a matter of fact, Polidori sausage if you compare
nutritional facts, is the leanest Italian Sausage on the market at only
11grams of fat per serving.
Q: Does Polidori sausage
contain a high number of carbohydrates?
A: No, Polidori sausage contains 5 grams of carbohydrates
per serving.
Q: What is the best way to cook Polidori sausage?
A: There are several ways in which to cook Polidori sausage.
A favorite and quick way is to panfry, grill or broil for 15 - 20 minutes,
turning frequently until cooked through and firm to the touch. Remember
that fresh sausage needs to be cooked thoroughly.
Q: Where can I find Polidori
sausage?
A: You can find Polidori sausage at many King Soopers
stores, Spinelli’s Market, Simple Foods and Frisco’s Deli.
