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Banquet Brown 'N Serve, Trueky Links
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Banquet Brown 'N Serve, Trueky Links

Banquet
6.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
8g
Protein
1g
Sugars
380mg
Sodium
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Banquet Brown 'N Serve Trueky Links are a shelf-stable refrigerated/frozen breakfast sausage product you’d find in the supermarket’s refrigerated breakfast meats aisle or frozen breakfast case near other precooked links, patties, bacon, and quick-heat breakfast sandwiches. Packaged as a small 6.4 oz tray/film pack and marketed for speed, they appeal to shoppers stocking quick morning meals for families, college students, or anyone juggling time. Occasions include rushed weekday breakfasts, weekend brunches where convenience matters, and easy picnic or road-trip breakfasts where reheating on a skillet or microwave isn’t a hassle. The Banquet brand positions itself as an affordable, legacy comfort brand — “since 1953” messaging cues nostalgia and value for budget-conscious households and families with kids. Labeling emphasizes convenience and familiar claims: “made with turkey,” “gluten free,” “50% less fat than our original,” and nutrition highlights per serving (100 calories, 8 g protein). There are no organic or whole-food certifications; ingredient statements with soy protein concentrate, mechanically separated turkey, corn syrup, and preservatives undercut any “natural” halo despite the phrase “made with turkey.” In plain terms this is a highly processed ready-to-heat meat product containing added sugars, stabilizers, and antioxidants (BHA/BHT) to protect flavor and shelf life. Sensory-wise the links brown and sizzle in a pan, offering a snap to the casing, a soft, slightly emulsified interior texture, and a savory, seasoned profile with mild sweetness. The ritual is quick: thaw or reheat straight from the pack, serve alongside eggs, pancakes, or tucked into a breakfast sandwich for an immediate, family-friendly meal solution.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3.0
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium380mg17%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Turkey,, Mechanically, Separated, Turkey,, Water,, Soy, Protein, Concentrate,, Contains, less, than, 2%, of:, Dextrose,, Salt,, Sugar,, Spices,, Corn, Syrup,, Natural, Flavor,, Citric, Acid,, BHA,, BHT._x000D_ CONTAINS:, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • BHA - Synthetic preservative
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains processed meat (mechanically separated turkey), industrial ingredients (soy protein concentrate, corn syrup, dextrose), and additives/preservatives (BHA, BHT, natural flavors), consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Banquet Brown 'N Serve, Trueky Links

The healthiness of the Turkey Links really depends on your dietary goals. At 100 calories per serving and a decent protein punch of 8 grams, they can fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick protein source. Just keep in mind that they do contain added sugars and preservatives, so think of them as an occasional treat rather than an everyday staple.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
road-trip

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