Cooked Italian Chicken Sausage Crumble

Processed meat-related risks including potential for nitrite/nitrate contaminants, high sodium content, and potential for ingestion toxicity with excess consumption

Water

Hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, essential for life

Romano Cheese

Source of protein, calcium, and other minerals

Cream

Source of fat-soluble vitamins, provides texture and flavor to foods

Enriched Wheat Flour

Provides essential nutrients through enrichment, source of energy through carbohydrates

Rye Bread Crumbs

Provides texture, binding, and moisture retention in food preparations

Basil

Flavoring agent, contains antioxidants, potential antimicrobial properties

Parsley

Source of vitamins A, C, K, antioxidants, flavor enhancer

Crushed Tomatoes in Puree

Source of antioxidants (lycopene), vitamins, dietary fiber

Onions

Source of antioxidants, vitamins (C, B6), dietary fiber, may support cardiovascular health

Dried Egg Whites

Sugar

Provides energy, enhances flavor

Garlic Puree

Flavor enhancement, contains organosulfur compounds with antioxidant properties

Ricotta Cheese

Source of protein and calcium, provides dairy nutrients

Parmesan Cheese

Source of protein, calcium, and vitamins, provides flavor enhancement

Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese

Good source of protein and calcium, lower fat than whole milk cheese