Capocollo, also known as coppa, is cured pork shoulder butt, and like almost all Italian cold cuts, is salted and air-cured with herbs and spices. No heat involved.
It's fairly lean, and delicately flavored.
General notes on Italian cold cuts
Starting the Meal: Affettati Misti
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Capocollo or Coppa
An Antipasto Misto: Capocollo, cured pork shoulder butt
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