2 1/4 c. warm water, 105-115 degrees
2 pkgs. yeast
1 tbsp. butter
6 1/2 c. flour
18 thin slices provolone cheese
1 1/2 c. chopped pepperoni
1 egg, beaten

Put water in bowl. Add yeast, stir. Add sugar, salt, butter and 3 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough flour to make soft dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, 8-10 minutes. Place in greased bowl. Cover, let rise 1 hour. Punch down.

Divide into 3 pieces. Roll each to 12x8 rectangle. Place cheese, pepperoni on each. Roll up. Place on greased cookie sheet. Cover. Let rise to double, 1 hour. Slash tops, brush with egg. Bake 400 degrees 25-30 minutes. Cool slightly. Serve warm.