pepperoni; peperoni
[ pehp-puh-ROH-nee ]
An Italian
SALAMI made of pork and beef highly seasoned with black and red pepper. This slender, firm, air-dried
SAUSAGE is ready to eat, often sliced very thin and used as an appetizer. It can also be used to add flavor to many cooked dishes, as those who love pepperoni pizza will attest. See also
SAUSAGE.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.