Sausage making is the process of preparing sausage by combining ground meat with various seasonings and fillers. Common meats used include pork, beef, and poultry. The mixture is then stuffed into casings, which can be made from natural materials like animal intestines or synthetic materials. After stuffing, sausages can be cooked, smoked, or dried, depending on the desired type. Popular varieties include Italian sausage, bratwurst, and chorizo. Proper hygiene and food safety practices are essential throughout the process to ensure the final product is safe to eat.