Italian Sausage Caprese Skewer
Servings
4-6
Prep Time
30
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
Italian Sausage Caprese Skewer
What’s a great way to add more flavor and deliciousness to a Caprese salad? Johnsonville Hot Italian Sausage! This quick and easy recipe has all of your favorites: fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and juicy cherry tomatoes. The Johnsonville sausage adds a whole new level of textures and flavors to put your mouth in heaven. Putting this delicious meal on skewers adds to its portability and appeal.
Ingredients
- 1 package
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1
pint
cherry tomatoes, (24 tomatoes)
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1
tub
(16 ounce) marinated fresh mozzarella balls, (Ciligiene 24 1/2 ounce balls)
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1
package
(2.5 ounces) fresh basil leaves
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24
small
skewers, wooden or other decorative picks
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extra virgin olive oil
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balsamic syrup* (can substitute with balsamic vinegar) *Balsamic syrup is available in finer grocery stores.
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fresh ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Cook the sausage according to the package directions for the grill or in a skillet.
Cut each sausage into 4 to 5 pieces.
Assemble each skewer alternating ingredients: tomato, basil, mozzarella, and sausage.
Arrange skewers on a platter, drizzle with Extra Virgin olive oil and balsamic syrup.
Sprinkle with salt and a grinding of fresh black pepper.
