A Winning Game Day Recipe from Margherita®

LISLE, Ill., Jan. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Fans across the country are gearing up their party menus for the big game.  Score some points with guests of all ages with this original, easy Crispy Pepperoni Chip recipe from Margherita^®.  Each flavorful bite is packed with a winning combination of garlic, parsley and robust pepperoni.

Crispy Pepperoni Chips are a simple and delicious snack that is ready in a snap. To prepare, spread slices of mouthwatering Margherita Pepperoni onto a baking sheet and cover with a dusting of garlic and parsley. Bake in the oven or microwave until crispy and pair with a fresh and creamy dipping sauce. Total cooking time is 20 minutes. Find the full recipe here:

http://www.margheritameats.com/recipe/crispy-margherita-pepperoni-chips

Margherita, part of the John Morrell Food Group, a subsidiary of Smithfield Foods, provides the perfect offering to bring contemporary recipes and exceptional Italian Meats to your menu, no matter the season.

"Our Crispy Pepperoni Chips are simple, unique and delicious, which is what the Margherita brand is all about," said Art Scott, Senior Marketing Director, Margherita. "You've never tasted a game day chip like this, but this rookie game day dish has all-star potential with a taste that simply can't be beat."

Margherita offers a diverse array of products to enjoy for any occasion. With fine Italian Meat products from pepperoni to prosciutto, there is always a reason for every season and meal to experience Margherita. 

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About John Morrell Food Group

With over a century and a half of experience, John Morrell Food Group brands have become respected and well known for providing premium-quality meat products to families across the United States. With products ranging from lunchmeat and franks to smoked sausage, bacon and pepperoni, the John Morrell Food Group is an important part of consumers' meal times. The John Morrell Food Group offers several national and regional brands including Armour^®, Eckrich^®, John Morrell^®, Curly's^®, Patrick Cudahy^®, Carando^®, Healthy Ones^®, Margherita^®, Kretschmar^® and LunchMakers^®.

About Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods is a $14 billion global food company and the world's largest pork processor and hog producer. In the United States, the company is also the leader in numerous packaged meats categories with popular brands including Smithfield^®, Eckrich^®, Farmland^®, Armour^®, Cook's^®, Gwaltney^®, John Morrell^®, Kretschmar^®, Curly's^®, Carando^®, Margherita^®, and Healthy Ones^®. Smithfield Foods is committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintains robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental, and food safety and quality programs. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and www.smithfieldcommitments.com.

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