When it comes to sausage making, few traditions are as respected — or as time-tested — as those rooted in German craftsmanship. And in Strasbourg, Saskatchewan, that heritage is very much alive.
Founded in the 1880s by German settlers, Strasbourg remains a small, close-knit prairie community where food traditions are passed down, not rushed. It’s exactly the kind of place where quality ingredients and proven techniques still matter.
Recently, a customer from Strasbourg added Deheated Mustard to their sausage-making process — a classic choice that fits naturally within German-style formulations.
Deheated Mustard is a gluten-free binder that adds protein while improving:
• water and fat binding
• emulsion stability
• flavour development
• oxidation control
Beyond the functional benefits, it helps deliver what traditional German sausages are known for: consistent texture, improved cook yields, better colour, and extended freshness — all while remaining cost-effective.
With a population of just 788, Strasbourg exemplifies the heart of Canadian food culture: small towns, strong roots, and pride in doing things right. It serves as a residential hub in the Last Mountain Valley, where old-world techniques continue to shape modern Canadian kitchens.
This is what Cooking in Canada is all about — celebrating the regional traditions, cultural heritage, and skilled makers that define Canadian sausage making, from coast to coast.
From German roots to Canadian tables, these traditions aren’t just preserved — they’re thriving.
