Grilled Italian Sausage Skewers
Equipment
- grill
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 lb. uncooked Italian sausage links cut into 1-inch pieces
- 6 large fresh mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon margarine or butter
- 1 medium sweet red pepper cut into chunks
- 1 medium green pepper cut into chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or preheat the broiler.
- In a saucepan, simmer the sausage pieces in enough water to cover for 5 to 10 minutes until partially cooked; then drain.
- In another saucepan, simmer the mushrooms in margarine or butter and enough water to cover for 3 to 4 minutes; then drain.
- On skewers, alternately thread the partially cooked sausage pieces, mushrooms, and chunks of sweet red and green peppers.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill or under the broiler.
- Grill or broil the skewers for 7 to 8 minutes on each side, or until the sausage is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove the skewers from the grill or broiler and serve hot
Notes & Wine Advice
You can also add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes, onions, or zucchini to the skewers for extra flavor and color.
Wine Pairing Advice:
Pair these Grilled Italian Sausage Skewers with a medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot or Sangiovese. The rich and savory flavors of the sausage will complement the fruity notes of the wine, creating a delightful pairing. Enjoy!
Nutrition values
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 38 g | Sugar: 5 g