Pepperoni is a cured dry sausage similar to the spicy salamis of southern Italy, The main differences are that pepperoni has a finer grain, is usually softer, and is produced using natural gut for casing. Pepperoni is mass-produced to meet the demand for the sausage. Pepperoni, also known as pepperoni sausage, is an American variety of salami, usually made from cured pork and beef mixed together. Thinly sliced pepperoni is a popular pizza topping in American-style pizzerias.
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