stuffing sausage

[shawnr70]

how do I keep the stuffer from pushing air

[NCPaul]

Welcome to the forum. What type of stuffer are you using?

[Dingo]

Generally, be meticulous about making sure you don't have air pockets in the mix when you load the stuffer. I use a large spoon and try to sort of mix in the stuffer...mines a 5lb vertical for what its worth

[yotmon]

Air is one of the biggest problems in filling sausages. It can cause a vacuum preventing the stuffer from working, it leaves gaps in the sausage which will fill with melted fat on cooking causing them to burst. If your stuffer is of the large kind then push the meat in with your fist and lightly pummel the meat each time you add a portion to remove any trapped air. Also don't put too much meat in at once until the air has been exuded.