Italian Sausage Caprese Skewer
- Total: 45 min
- Prep: 30 min
- Cook: 15 min
- Yield: 4-6
Ingredients
1 package (19 ounce) JOHNSONVILLE® Hot Italian Sausage Links
1 pint cherry tomatoes, (24 tomatoes)
1 tub (16 ounce) marinated fresh mozzarella balls, (Ciligiene 24½ ounce balls)
1 package (2.5 ounces) fresh basil leaves
24 small skewers, wooden or other decorative picks
Extra virgin olive oil
Balsamic syrup* (can substitute with balsamic vinegar)
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Directions
- *Balsamic syrup is available in finer grocery stores.
- 1. Cook the sausage according to the package directions for the grill or in a skillet.
- 2. Cut each sausage into 4 to 5 pieces.
- 3. Assemble each skewer alternating ingredients: tomato, basil, mozzarella, and sausage.
- 4. Arrange skewers on a platter, drizzle with Extra Virgin olive oil and balsamic syrup.
- 5. Sprinkle with salt and a grinding of fresh black pepper.
