{"product_id":"dried-sow-hog-bladders-5-7-kilo","title":"Extra-Large Dried Sow Bladders","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eExtra-Large Dried Sow Bladders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eThese \u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eextra-large dried sow bladders\u003c\/strong\u003e are stocked with one purpose in mind: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eCulatello\u003c\/strong\u003e. Traditionally, beef bladders were the go-to option, but domestic beef bladders have become nearly impossible to source. After searching for the closest practical alternative, these sow bladders are the best replacement we have found for large-format curing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eOnce properly rehydrated, they provide the stretch, coverage, and strength needed for very large Culatelli and other specialty cured products. When used for ground paste applications, they can hold \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eapproximately\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e15–30 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the product and how firmly they are stuffed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eImportant preparation note:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, soak the bladder in clean water or mold solution for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e24 hours before use\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is not optional if you want the casing to perform well. Full rehydration allows the bladder to become pliable, stretch evenly, and handle the pressure of stuffing. Using it dry or under-soaked will make it stiff, difficult to handle, and far more likely to disappoint you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2228\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2228\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eSold individually by the piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Craft Butchers' Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62477477904755,"sku":"SBL30-35","price":6.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/3054\/4499\/files\/d92eff08-DRIED-SOW-HOG-BLADDERS.jpg?v=1769255850","url":"https:\/\/butcherspantry.com\/products\/dried-sow-hog-bladders-5-7-kilo","provider":"Craft Butchers' Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}