what are east texas hot links made of
Hot link (sausage) In Texas, the hot link is typically prepared with beef,[6][14] and is usually cooked over indirect heat.[14] Common sides to accompany the Texas hot link includes sliced white bread, crackers, orange cheese, onion slices and pickles.[6][14] In Pittsburg, Texas, the hot link is a popular food and has been produced there since 1897.[6] In Pittsburg, hot links are typically broiled or baked to the point of having a "half-burned look".[6] In 1983, Pittsburg Hot Link Packers, Inc. in Pittsburg, Texas was producing 12,000 pounds of hot links per week.[6] Almost all of the hot links produced by Pittsburg Hot Link Packers were consumed within 100 miles of Pittsburg during this time.[6]