What is a Pepperoni Roll?
A pepperoni roll is a snack invented in West Virginia, most likely made popular by the area coal miners who needed a portable snack that did not need refrigeration. The roll portion of the pepperoni roll consists of a soft white bread, while the center contains a stick, a few slices or some ground or shredded pepperoni. The flavor comes from the baking process, when the oil from the meat soaks into the bread. This process creates a distinctive orange-red spot at the end of the roll.
