What is the official state dish of West Virginia?

 The official state dish of West Virginia is the pepperoni roll. It is a soft roll stuffed with pepperoni, cheese, and spices. The pepperoni roll was created in the early 1930s by Italian immigrants who were working in the coal mines of West Virginia. The pepperoni roll was a convenient and filling meal that the miners could take with them to work.

The pepperoni roll is now a popular snack and fast food item in West Virginia. It is sold at convenience stores, restaurants, and even gas stations. The pepperoni roll is also a popular item at festivals and fairs.

Here is a recipe for making pepperoni rolls:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees F)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 package active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 pound pepperoni, sliced
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is foamy.
2. Stir in the vegetable oil, salt, and 3 cups of flour. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12x10-inch rectangle.
6. Spread the pepperoni and mozzarella cheese over the dough. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
7. Roll up the dough tightly from the long side. Cut the roll into 1-inch pieces.
8. Place the pepperoni rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake the pepperoni rolls in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Serve warm.