Bridgford – Old World Pepperoni Stick

These turkey pepperoni slices are perfect when you're craving something savory

This stuff is BOLD. Spicy, salty, and packed with that classic cured meat taste. I use a mandoline to get paper-thin slices for pizzas. It crisps up beautifully in the oven. No carbs, high protein, makes it perfect for my keto diet.

This is seriously the best pepperoni I've ever had! It's rich, spicy, and has that perfect old-world flavor that you just can't get from the grocery store brands. I slice it thin and serve it with aged cheddar and olives on my charcuterie boards, total hit at every party. Bonus: it's keto-friendly, so I can enjoy it guilt-free.

I just love my spaghetti dinners. And if I must say so I have become pretty darn good at them. My own home made meatballs, sausage, eggplant, and pepperoni in meat sauce. A lot of people don't add pepperoni to their sauces and spaghetti dinners, but I do as my Mom and Grandma always did. It not only flavors the sauce, but its delicious to eat right along side your pasta after simmering all day. Although I have used many different kinds of pepperoni over the years, (and pretty much liked them all except the Hormel brand), I have to say that this Bridgford is my favorite. Its true that its different than most pepperoni you will encounter. Its bigger, spicier, and a whole lot fattier. Just handling it cold or at room temp will leave your fingers red with grease. Although when I serve it with crackers as a snack I just leave it as is, when I am using it in my sauce I microwave it for 30 sec or so to remove the excess grease. My Mom actually did the same thing when I was a kid when her sauce was simmering on the stove. She would periodically go to the pot and skim the grease that had floated to the top from the pepperoni and other meats. With no access to a microwave back in those days that was the next best thing. They are remembered as some of the best meals I have ever had. And although its true that this pepperoni comes with a thin paper sheeting around it that must be removed first, it peels off very easily after you get it started, and, keeps the pepperoni fresher for a longer period of time. I never have a problem with it...

In conclusion, this pepperoni isn't for everyone. Its bigger, softer, and greasier than many pepperoni that you may be used too. But after draining some of the excess grease in the microwave and simmering in the pot, or on top of my home made pizza, its the best and spiciest. Not really hot at all but very flavorful. Although it can be found at the BJs Wholsale Clubs here in NE, they can run out, and it comes at a very good price here on Amazon..And its always been a bargain among other pepperoni. I always have a supply of it on hand for my pizza and spaghetti dinners, and I highly recommend it..

It's become my go-to for quick snacks between meetings. One serving keeps me full and focused without the guilt. It also doesn't have the greasy aftertaste that other brands do.

Old school flavor, done right. This pepperoni brings me back to my Italian grandma's kitchen. I use it in meat sauces, lasagna, and even slice it into soups. Don't be surprised by the oil, it means it's real. Love it!