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Sabrett  All Natural Casingbeef Franks
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Sabrett All Natural Casingbeef Franks

Sabrett
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
7g
Protein
470mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sabrett All Natural Casing Beef Franks are a classic refrigerated frankfurter you’d spot in the meat or prepared foods aisle, usually alongside other hot dogs, sausages, and picnic-ready proteins. Packaged in a 12 oz sealed tray or vacuum film, the label leans on city-street credibility — Sabrett’s long association with New York hot dog carts — and highlights a “natural casing” sheep casing and a gluten-free certification, creating a mild health halo. This product suits casual occasions: backyard barbecues, game-day spreads, quick weeknight dinners, or road-trip and tailgate convenience. The target audience is broad — families, nostalgic urban shoppers, and convenience-minded cooks who want a smoky, ready-to-heat protein with minimal fuss. Marketing leans traditional and approachable rather than artisanal: familiar blue-and-yellow Sabrett branding evokes deli carts and stadium stands rather than gourmet charcuterie. Label characteristics include “All Natural” and a prominent GF certification from Gluten Intolerance Group; there is no organic claim. In plain processing terms, these are processed beef frankfurters cured and flavored with added preservatives and smoke flavor. Sensory cues: a firm, springy snap from the natural sheep casing, a fine-grain beef texture, mild hickory smoke and garlic notes, and a juicy, salty mouthfeel; typical rituals include boiling, steaming, or grilling and tucking into a bun with mustard, relish, or sauerkraut. Nutrition cues on-pack show about 170 calories and 470 mg sodium per serving, reinforcing its role as an indulgent, convenience protein rather than a low-sodium option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium470mg20%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Protein7g
* 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

Beef,, Water,, Salt,, Contains, Less, than, 2%:, Sorbitol,, Flavoring,, Potassium, Lactate,, Paprika,, Garlic, Powder,, Hickory, Smoke, Flavor,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite,, Encased, in, Sheep, Casing..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Nitrite - 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?

This product is an industrially formulated processed meat with added preservatives, curing agents (sodium nitrite, sodium erythorbate), humectants/texture agents (sorbitol, potassium lactate), and flavorings, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Sabrett All Natural Casingbeef Franks

The term 'healthy' can be pretty subjective, depending on your goals. These beef franks have a decent protein content and are low in sugar, but they do contain sodium and preservatives. If you're enjoying them as an occasional treat, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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