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HORMEL® THE PERFORMANCE PEPPERONI®, Hot, 18 slices per oz, 2/12.5 lb
This 18 slices/oz, sliced, lay-flat pepperoni is made for operators who need reliable quality and performance from case to case. It’s designed for spicy pepperoni pizzas, bold LTOs and menu builds where operators want a little more heat while maintaining target slice count, easy handling and consistent performance. Made from select pork and beef cuts, it has a classic flavor with added pepper for a lingering, tame heat. This is a 1.75-inch (44mm) slice that resists cupping, charring and grease-out.
Why Use This Product
Spicy flavor profile with a lingering tame heat for guests looking for a little extra heat
Beautiful brick-red color for strong eye appeal that helps finished pizzas look flavorful, fresh and appetizing
18-slice-per-ounce target provides consistent portion control to help manage builds, yield and food cost. That slice count precision can mean hundreds more slices per case and a stronger bottom line.
Whole muscle and hand-trimmed beef and pork with precise fat-to-lean ratios to resist grease.
Crave-worthy mix of Italian herbs and spices blended with exact precision at our in-house spice blending facility.
Standardized stuffing procedures ensure consistent shape and shelf life for food safety and ease of handling.
Long, slow cooking under controlled temperatures for up to 12 hours for ideal fermentation.
Dried for up to six weeks in state-of-the-art dry rooms for tightly controlled moisture.
Precision slicing innovation ensures exact slice thickness and improves dealability and ease of handling.
Daily testing to evaluate consistent product quality in every facility at every stage of the process.
Backflushed packaging innovation ensures you’re getting the freshest, consistently great-tasting pepperoni in every delivery.
Pepperoni slices separate easily with minimal sticking, helping you get more pizzas out the door in less time.
Q: When should an operator choose the Hot flavor profile?
A: Choose HORMEL® THE PERFORMANCE PEPPERONI® Hot when you want to give guests a spicier pepperoni option with an approachable level of heat. It has classic pepperoni flavor with added pepper for a lingering, tame heat, making it a strong fit for spicy pizzas, LTOs and builds where operators want extra kick without overpowering the pie.
Q: How does this pepperoni help during a busy rush?
A: Precision slicing and strong dealability help slices separate more easily, so crews can portion and apply pepperoni faster at the make line. That means less sticking, less frustration and more consistent pizza builds when ticket volume is high.
Q: What product features should I look at when evaluating a lay-flat pepperoni?
A: When evaluating a lay-flat pepperoni, look for the features that impact consistency, handling and finished pizza quality. Slice thickness, target slice count, dealability and fat-to-lean ratio all matter because they affect how easily the pepperoni handles, how consistently your team can portion it and how it performs through the bake. You should also consider color, particle definition, grease-out and whether the product resists cupping, charring and edge burn. A strong lay-flat pepperoni should help you build the same great-looking pizza from case to case, shift to shift and store to store.
Q: Why does exact slice count matter when evaluating pepperoni cost?
A: Exact slice count helps you understand the true value of a case, not just the invoice price. A lower case price may look better upfront, but if the product is sold with a slice-count range, you could end up with fewer usable slices per case even when the case weight is the same. HORMEL® THE PERFORMANCE PEPPERONI® Brand is sliced to exact specs, helping operators know how many slices they’re getting, how many pizzas each case can cover and what the product actually costs per pizza. Switching a range-count to an exact-count product ensures the full yield, and that precision can mean hundreds more slices per case and a stronger bottom line.
Q: What does “dealability” mean, and why does it matter?
A: Dealability refers to how easily pepperoni slices separate and apply to the pizza. Good dealability helps keep the make line moving, reduces stuck or torn slices and makes it easier for teams to build pizzas consistently during service.
Preparation Method
Ready to eat. Fully cooked.
STEP 1: Keep refrigerated at 28°F–40°F until ready to use.
STEP 2: Open the back-flushed package and transfer slices to your make-line pan or prep station.
STEP 3: Portion according to your operation’s build standards. The exact 18 slices per ounce gives you consistent topping portions and predictable food cost.
STEP 4: Apply slices evenly to pizza, flatbread or other menu builds. For best cup-and-char effect, place slices on top of the cheese and bake according to your standard oven, crust style and finished product standards.
Suggested Use
Great as a pizza topping or as an ingredient. Also great for pasta dishes.
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Bioengineering Information
Has not been evaluated for BE content.
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* Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.