why is cure seperated?

[smokindeer]

I have purchased some bulk sausage mix that I want to repackage into smaller (5#) batches.
The cure is packaged separately. is there a reason that I can't just add it to the rest of the spice mix etc. when I repackage into smaller batches?

 

[pc farmer]

The cure needs to be measured accurately. If its mixed with the seasoning it might settle to one spot and might not get enough cure.

Thats my story anyway.

 

[pops6927]

keep the cure separate, and proportion out based on the amount of sausage you're making. An article on proportioninng:

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/index.php?ams/pre-proportioning-mix-ingredients.10152/

 

[JckDanls 07]

keep the cure separate, and proportion out based on the amount of sausage you're making. An article on proportioninng:

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/index.php?ams/pre-proportioning-mix-ingredients.10152/

When Pop's speaks ... We all listen ...

The ol Farmer up there has a valid point too...