Skewers

My family has a holiday potluck every year before Christmas. Such a fun time and always lots of good food! I try to bring something new every year and I found this recipe on Pinterest. Super easy to make and they went fast! There was only 1-2 skewers left by the time I left to go home! Definitely a hit!

Skewers (18-24 servings):

Med-size wooden skewers
2 packages of cherry-size mozzarella balls
2 packages of cherry or grape tomatoes
1 package of salami, sliced in half
18-24 cheese-filled tortellini, cooked according to pkg directions
1 can black olives

Thread the 5 ingredients onto one skewer and place in a large shallow dish. Make as many or as few as you want. You can also add or take away whatever ingredients you want. Once the skewers are finished, drizzle some good olive oil on top and top that with some balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with minced fresh basil or dried basil and serve!




Enjoy!...

Sausage Kebobs

Wanted to try something new and lately I've been obsessed with kebobs. I also read somewhere on the Food Network website that apples have been popular lately mixed in with meats. Sounded interesting. And with the maple syrup, it created a nice crunchy glaze that went well with the sausage.

Ingredients:

1 Granny Smith apple, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 orange bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 pkg. Kielbasa sausage (I used Jenny-O Turkey Sausage)
3/4 cup real Maple syrup
4 wooden skewers

Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes. Thread the 1st four ingredients onto each skewer. Brush with maple syrup.

Fry or grill (I used a grilling pan) kebobs until heated through and sauce becomes glazed, about 10-15 minutes. Continue to brush with maple syrup during cooking.
Enjoy!