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Get ready to sizzle with excitement as October marks the start of National Sausage Month! This savory celebration has been around since 1984 and recognizes the deliciousness and versatility of sausages in our daily meals. From bratwursts to hot dogs, chorizo to kielbasa, there are endless varieties and flavors to enjoy during this month-long food fiesta. So fire up that grill or turn on the stove because it's time to indulge in some mouth-watering sausage dishes all month long!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sausages in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>German immigrants brought a variety of sausage recipes to America, particularly in the midwest states like Wisconsin and Michigan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1893</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hot Dogs at Baseball</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hot dogs, a type of sausage, become a standard fare at baseball games starting from the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1939</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Hot Dog and Sausage Council</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council was established in the United States to provide resources and information about sausages and hot dogs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of National Sausage Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Sausage Month was established to celebrate the culinary history and diversity of sausages across the United States and the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sausage Festivals Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sausage-centered food festivals grow in popularity across the United States, bringing together sausage makers and enthusiasts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spreading Awareness and Love</div><div class='timeline-text'>Social media begins to play a more substantial role in the promotion and celebration of National Sausage Month, helping its popularity grow.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a sausage-themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a delicious and creative sausage-themed dinner party. Try out different types of sausages, from traditional to exotic, and serve them in unique ways like on skewers or in sliders.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own sausage recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and come up with your own unique sausage recipes. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to make your own signature sausage dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local sausage factory or shop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a tour of a local sausage factory or shop and learn about the history and process of making sausages. You may even get to sample some delicious sausages while you're there.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a sausage tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Similar to a wine tasting, host a sausage tasting party where guests can try out different types of sausages and rate them on taste, texture, and appearance.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a sausage cook-off competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a fun and competitive sausage cook-off. Each person can make their own unique sausage dish and the winner can be chosen by popular vote or by a panel of judges.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sausage is a versatile protein</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Sausage Month gives us the opportunity to explore all the different types of sausages out there - from Italian and Chorizo to Bratwurst and Kielbasa. With such a wide variety, there's something for everyone to enjoy whether you're in the mood for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's easy to cook with sausage</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sausages come pre-seasoned and fully-cooked, making them incredibly easy to prepare. Just throw them on the grill or pan fry them for a few minutes, and you have a tasty and filling meal in no time! And if you opt for fresh sausage, it's simple to mix into your favorite pasta dishes, casseroles, soups, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sausage adds flavor to any dish</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're using ground, sliced, or crumbled sausage, it adds delicious flavor to any dish. It's the perfect ingredient for adding a bit of spice and depth to your meals. So why not get creative and try incorporating sausage into your cooking this month?</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most Sausages Were Originally Not Cured</h3><p class='facts-text'>The original sausages were made fresh and eaten immediately. The advent of techniques such as smoking and curing, which preserve the meat, is a relatively recent phenomenon in the long history of sausages.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Sausages Can Be Traced Back to Ancient Sumer</h3><p class='facts-text'>The origins of the delicious sausage can be traced back to the ancient Sumerians (modern day Iraq) around 4000 BC. That’s over 6000 years of sausage history!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausages Played a Role in Forming the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1945, at the first session of the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, sausages were included among the products that the attending delegates chose to define to set international food standards.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausages are Celebrated Worldwide with Various Festival Themes</h3><p class='facts-text'>There are heaps of sausage-themed festivals around the world, such as the Battle of the Bangers in the UK, the SausageFest in Chicago, and even a Sausage Queen contest in Cincinnati.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausage Varieties Count More Than You Can Imagine</h3><p class='facts-text'>There are estimated to be over 1000 varieties of sausages worldwide. The British Sausage Appreciation Society reckons there are 470 recipes of sausage varieties in Britain alone!</p></div></div>
National Sausage Month is celebrated on October 1 every year. In 2024 National Sausage Month will begin on a Tuesday.
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