Bologna is a popular deli item in the United States, favored for its blend of meat, salt, and spices. This deli meat is a type of sausage and is often crafted from beef, pork, or a blend of various meats. If you're curious about the difference between beef and mixed meat bologna, you can learn more in the article below.

What is Beef Bologna?

All beef bologna is typically a darker color than mixed blends since it is made with red meat. This type of bologna is also dense in texture, since beef is a heavier meat. The dense texture allows it to be sliced thinner than mixed bologna without shredding. Another benefit of the denser consistency is that the heaviness holds up better for cooking purposes. Although deli meat can be consumed cold, many people enjoy frying or grilling beef bologna. 

What is in Meat Bologna?

Meat bologna can be a blend of various meats and spices, including beef, pork, and poultry. Since it is mixed with white meats, it is often lighter in color than 100% beef bologna. In most delis, this type of meat also needs to be sliced thicker than beef bologna, since its consistency isn't as compact as beef. This type also tends to vary more when it comes to taste— although both varieties can be mixed with different spices to change their flavorings, the different proportions of meat also contribute to the taste. Meat bologna is often used in sandwich recipes, such as Italian cold subs and hot paninis. 

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