McCormick

The McCormick McCormick® Sausage Flavor Country Gravy Seasoning Mix has earned a rating of 1 out of 5 green leaves on our website, signifying it as a choice to be avoided for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, leading to deductions in its overall score. Additionally, it lists dextrose and corn syrup among its ingredients, contributing to its negative evaluation due to the inclusion of added sugars.

The presence of potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors, artificial flavor enhancers (disodium inosinate and guanylate), mono and diglycerides, enriched wheat flour, soy lecithin, corn starch, and caramel color further diminishes its standing. Of particular concern is the caramel color, which is recognized as a known harmful additive and has a significant impact on the product’s final score.

The McCormick McCormick® Sausage Flavor Country Gravy Seasoning Mix also features modified corn starch, sunflower oil, and buttermilk powder, which are ingredients that consumers looking for cleaner alternatives might be cautious of. The mixture includes spices like black pepper, sage, and fennel, as well as sodium caseinate, dipotassium phosphate, whey, hydrolyzed corn gluten and soy protein, yeast extract, and additional flavorings from onion and garlic.

Given the assessment criteria focused on providing cleaner food options, this product does not meet the standards set forth by our website. The ingredients listed raise concerns regarding added sugars, GMO content, and the inclusion of additives that are potentially and known to be harmful. The McCormick McCormick® Sausage Flavor Country Gravy Seasoning Mix, therefore, receives the lowest possible rating, and we recommend that consumers seeking healthier alternatives explore other options.