Loma Linda Linketts, 20-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)

by Loma Linda

Product Features

• Case of 12 20-ounce cans (240 total ounces)
• Made with soy protein, soy flour, and natural smoke flavor
• 60% less fat than beef hot dogs
• Pre-cooked and 100% vegan
• Makes a nutritious alternative to hot dogs

Product Description

About the Brand

For more than 65 years, Worthington and Loma Linda have created new and innovative products for consumers looking for vegetarian options.

Worthington Foods began as Special Foods in 1939, founded by psychiatrist Dr. George Harding. Dr. Harding was committed to providing health for the body and mind with an emphasis on nutrition and vegetarianism. The first products were the meat alternatives Proast (dark meat) and Numete (light meat). Special Foods grew throughout the years and saw a jump in production due to a shortage of meat during WWII. In 1945, Special Foods changed its name to Worthington.

In the decades to follow, Worthington Foods led the way to new vegetarian products. During the 1950s, Worthington increased in size due to acquisitions and new product developments, such as Soyamel and Veja-Link, the world's first vegetarian hot dog. In the 1960s, Worthington experienced two major breakthroughs. First, using spun soy fiber to create a meat-like texture helped to bring new vegetarian products to market. Second, Worthington was the first to bring frozen vegetarian food into supermarkets.

In the 1970s, under new ownership by Miles Laboratories, Worthington introduced Morningstar Farms products. In 1982, the original founders bought back the business and, soon after, Dale Twomley became CEO, taking the company public in 1992. You now find these products under the Kellogg's family of brands.

About Kellogg's
Consumers around the world are enjoying Kellogg products--one of which, Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, has been part of a healthy, delicious morning for a century. The company that makes breakfast and snacks for millions began with only 44 employees in Battle Creek, Michigan, in 1906. Today, Kellogg Company employs more than 25,000 people, manufactures in 17 countries, and sells its products in more than 180 countries.

Over the past 100 years, innovation and a commitment to being the best in the categories in which they compete have guided the company. From being the first company to offer premiums in its cereal boxes to being the first to fortify its cereals, Kellogg has historically been a leader in industry, innovation, and marketing.

The company's founder, W.K. Kellogg, had a strong commitment to nutrition, health, and quality. His vision continues to drive improvement in Kellogg's products and processes, with the goal of providing great-tasting, nutritious products that meet the most rigorous quality standards.

The company’s brands include Kellogg’s, Keebler, Pop-Tarts, Eggo, Cheez-It, Nutri-Grain, Rice Krispies, Murray, Austin, Morningstar Farms, Famous Amos, Carrs, and Kashi, among others.

Product Description

Vegetable and grain protein links. 60% Less fat than beef franks. 4f fat in Linketts; 10g fat in beef franks. Exchange: 1 Medium-fat Meat. The dietary exchanges are based on the Exchange Lists or Meal Planning, 2003 by the American Diabetes Association, Inc. and The American Dietetic Association.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 19.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000BF3AGU
• UPC: 028989022608
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,011 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
  • #5 in Grocery & Gourmet Food > Meat & Poultry > Meat Alternatives

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lifetime Linketts Lover =D, May 3, 2006

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Jennifer Parker (Fernley, NV) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Loma Linda Linketts, 20-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

I've been eating Linketts since I was a very young child since my Grandparents are vegetarians, and I LOVE them. I will admit it is a very aquired taste. I even got my boyfriend started on them and he loves them too. =D

I would suggest finding a store that sells them by the can before you invest in a whole case. I know that you can find them at Raley's on the West Coast. If local health food stores don't carry them check to see if there is a Seventh Day Adventist Church near you. The SDA Church typically has a book center that sells the Worthington/Loma Linda products.

Edit: I have also found Linketts in the natural food section of Kroger's here in Texas as well. Another Edit.. My local Kroger has stopped carrying Linketts. =(

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the Best!, October 2, 2007

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Alinka - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Loma Linda Linketts, 20-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

These are the best veggie dogs around. There are 10 linketts in a can and everytime I open a can I fight myself to not eat all of them in a single day.
However if you are not a vegetarian/vegan yet, don't start buying a whole pack even though they are much cheaper at amazon.com.
Buy a single can (they have it at Walmart, or you can ask at a Seventh Day Adventist Church, they'll know where to find a store around) and don't give up if you find it doens't taste like the traditional dog, because these don't have meat in it.
But if you are veggie lover, you'll notice Linketts Loma Linda are # 1.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars vege hot dogs, December 15, 2006

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Vegelover Mary (Carrollton, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Loma Linda Linketts, 20-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12) (Grocery)

I really like these vege hot dogs and have been eating them since I was a young adult( 1970's). I fry them and when they have a light crust I eat them with mustard, relish and onions. They are an acquired taste and don't taste like a real hot dog, but the taste to me is flavorful in a vege dog kind of way! If you have never tried them before you might consider a single can from Kroger food store. They sell them in their organic foods section. If you decide you like them and also the idea of no risk of meat borne disease, then the best way to order is through Amazon.com. The deliver is great, shipping is free, and a grocery discount available at this time makes buying them with Amazon cheaper than through the Kroger grocery store. Hope this was helpful to you! PS I also prefer them over the Vegelinks, however my 12 yo grandson prefers the vegelinks, so I buy both.