There are a lot of different types of salami out there—nearing the hundreds—coming from Italy, Spain, Germany, and more. Some of the most common types are: Genoa, Sopressata, Mortadella ...

Pre-cut slices are almost always too thick, so ask the person at your deli counter to cut the salami fresh. A 1 or 2 on the slicer's thickness setting is ideal. There are lots of types of hard salami, ...