Pepperoni Bread

Have you ever had pepperoni rolls?  When I was in college, my mom would make them and send them back to school with me.  I would eat them for days:  it was a touch of homemade food in my life and they were delicious.  Well this pepperoni bread is like one giant pepperoni roll.  I think it's easier to make than dozens of the smaller version, and it tastes just as good.  Have a great weekend!

Pepperoni Bread

12 frozen bread dough balls 

2 Tbsp butter, melted

1/4 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp parsley flakes

4 oz sliced pepperoni

1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking spray.  Combine dough balls and roll/pat into a 12x18-inch rectangle. Combine butter with seasonings.  Brush mixture on dough, reserving a small amount to brush on top later.  Arrange pepperoni on top of seasoning mixture and sprinkle with cheese.  Beginning with a long side, roll up dough jelly roll style. Tuck ends under and place, seam side down, on a large sprayed baking sheet.

Brush with reserved seasoning mixture.  Using a sharp serrated knife, cut several vents in the top.  Cover with sprayed plastic wrap and let rise 30 minutes.  Remove plastic wrap and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

source:  Rhodes Home Baked Family Favorites