Foryoueats: Easy Pull-Apart Pepperoni Garlic Knots

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 4 ounces pepperoni, cut into 1/4-inch squares
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 6 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives (optional)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for sprinkling
• Flour for dusting
• 1 pound homemade or store-bought pizza dough (see note)
• 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• Homemade or store-bought pizza sauce for serving