Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES

Common questions

Is Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES healthy?

Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score.

How processed is Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES?

Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Purnell's Old Folks MEDIUM COUNTRY SAUSAGE PATTIES

Purnell's Old Folks
60 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$54.99 · 16 oz · 4 pack · $13.75 / count
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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by F.B. Purnell Sausage Co., Inc.
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product is ultra-processed, which limits its potential health score. While it contains high-quality pork, the presence of added sugar and monosodium glutamate raises concerns about unnecessary additives. The processing level and inclusion of these ingredients prevent it from being rated higher despite its protein content.

Key ingredients 6

Pork
Neutral

Pork is a common source of protein and nutrients, but its quality depends on sourcing and processing.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a base and helps in processing, with no direct health impact.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Seasoning (spices)
Neutral

Seasonings add flavor but vary in nutritional value depending on ingredients used.

Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and health concerns when consumed in excess.

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Monosodium Glutamate
Bad

MSG is used as a flavor enhancer, but some consumers prefer to limit intake due to potential sensitivities.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

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