Lovera's Famous Italian summer sausage begins with the best cuts of beef and pork. It's then slowly smoked with natural hickory, providing a clean, rich smoked flavor. Vacuum-sealed for freshness.Liquid smoke or artificial flavorings are never used. Lovera's smoked sausage cannot be compared with any naturally smoked summer sausage on the market. It comes vacuumed packed to preserve its flavor and freshness. Try it for yourself, its ready to eat and shelf stable.