Beyond the Board: Delicious Ways to Cook with Salami

Discover creative ways to cook with handcrafted salami - from pizza to pasta to breakfast dishes and snacks. Add bold flavour to every meal with Grand Ol' Meat Company.

Charcuterie boards might get all the love, but here's the secret: salami isn't just for slicing - it's an amazing ingredient in the kitchen too.

Our handcrafted salami from Grand Ol' Meat Company is packed with rich, smoky flavour that instantly elevates anything you add to it. Think crispy bits in pasta, melty layers on pizza, or savoury bites in breakfast eggs. Whether you're feeding the family or cooking for one, salami is your shortcut to flavour.

Let's go beyond the board and explore some easy, delicious ways to cook with salami.

1. Salami Pizza: A Classic Reinvented

Sure, pepperoni gets all the fame - but salami brings deeper flavour and a touch of sophistication to your pizza night.

Try this:

Top your pizza dough with tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella, a few slices of Grand Ol' Meat Company's handcrafted salami, and a sprinkle of chili flakes or fresh basil. Bake until the cheese bubbles and the edges crisp up.

You'll get the perfect balance of salty, smoky, and slightly spicy - no takeout can beat that.

2. Pasta with Crispy Salami Crumbles

Want to add bold, meaty depth to your pasta? Use salami instead of bacon or pancetta.

Quick Recipe:

Slice or chop your salami into thin strips and fry them in a skillet until crisp. Toss with cooked pasta, olive oil, garlic, and a handful of parmesan.

It's fast, flavourful, and feels fancy - even if it only took you 15 minutes.

For extra richness, throw in a handful of spinach or a splash of cream. Dinner, done.

3. Breakfast Salami Scramble

Start your day with something hearty and full of flavour.

Here's how:

Dice up a few slices of salami and saute them in a pan. Add whisked eggs, your favourite veggies, and cheese. Cook until fluffy.

The salami infuses the eggs with smoky, savoury goodness - kind of like bacon, but better. Try it in a breakfast wrap or an English muffin with melted cheese.

4. Salami Grilled Cheese (Trust us on This one)

Sometimes the best meals are the simplest.

Layer your favourite bread with sharp cheddar, a few slices of salami, and maybe a spoonful of mustard or hot honey. Grill until golden and melty.

That first bite - where the cheese stretches and the salami's crisp edges hit your tongue - pure comfort food magic.

5. Appetizer Hack: Salami Chips

Need a quick, crowd-pleasing snack? Try this:

Lay thin slices of salami on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375F for about 8-10 minutes until crisp. Let them cool - they'll harden like chips.

Serve them on a platter with dips ( hummus, ranch, or a honey mustard) or crumble them over salads for an extra crunch.

Flavour That Fits Anywhere

That's the beauty of handcrafted salami - it's versatile, satisfying, and always delicious. Whether you're layering it into your favourite comfort foods or just sneaking a few slices from the fridge ( we won't judge), our small-batch salami adds flavour that can't be faked.

So next time you think charcuterie, think beyond the board. With Grand Ol' Meat Company, there's always another tasty way to bring handcrafted flavour to the table.