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Quick & Easy Kabobs

These crowd pleasers are just right for backyard barbecues or weeknight suppers on the deck.



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Shrimp Boil on a Stick

    This kabob idea features your favorite shrimp boil flavors -- jumbo shrimp, sweet corn, new potatoes, and sausage -- in less than an hour.

Prep:   45 mins 
Grill:   8 mins 
2/23
Blue Cheese Burger Kabobs

    Thread mushrooms, onion wedges, and meatballs filled with blue cheese crumbles onto skewers for a sophisticated twist on a cheeseburger.

Prep:   30 mins 
Chill:  1 hr 
Grill:   14 mins 
3/23
Grilled BLT Skewers

    These tasty kabobs are a fun remake of the popular sandwich. Dip the skewers in a delicious basil buttermilk dressing.

Prep:   35 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
4/23
Sausage-Fruit Kabobs

    For a winning warm-weather supper, brush slices of zucchini, apple, and sausage with our simple-to-make honey mustard glaze before grilling.

Start to Finish:   20 mins 
5/23
Honey-Lime Lamb and Melon Skewers

    Grilled cantaloupe and honeydew add a fresh summer spin to this Mediterranean-inspired kabob recipe. Our homemade yogurt sauce is ideal for dipping.

Prep:   25 mins 
Marinate:   30 mins 
Grill:   12 mins 
6/23
Top Sirloin Kabobs and Avocado Sauce

    A garlicky marinade gives these simple steak skewers unbeatable flavor. A fresh avocado sauce, served on the side, adds a dinner party-worthy touch.

Prep:   30 mins 
Marinate:   30 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
7/23
Pineapple and Scallop Skewers

    Tender scallops and juicy pineapple are flavored with a zesty marinade of lime juice, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro.

Prep:   20 mins 
Grill:   8 mins 
Stand:   15 mins 
8/23
Mustard-Glazed Pork Skewers

    A zippy, five-ingredient fruit chutney adds pizzazz to simple grilled pork skewers.

Prep:   35 mins 
Grill:   7 mins 
9/23
Fontina-Stuffed Meatball Kabobs

    These mouthwatering kabobs feature fontina cheese-stuffed meatballs, artichokes, juicy tomatoes, and plump mushrooms, all dressed in a balsamic glaze.

Prep:   30 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
10/23
Lebanese Lamb Kabobs

    A mixture of garlic, cilantro, oregano, mint, cumin, cinnamon, and crushed red pepper spices up classic lamb kabobs, which grill up in just 10 minutes.

Prep:   25 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
11/23
Spicy Grilled Shrimp

    To make these fuss-free skewers, simply marinate shrimp in oil and Cajun seasoning before grilling. Warm orange marmalade makes a delicious (and super simple) topper.

Prep:   15 mins 
Marinate:  1 hr 
Grill:   7 mins 
12/23
Skewered Shrimp and Zucchini with Basil Cream Sauce

    Sour cream blended with fresh basil and chives makes an irresistible sauce for these simple skewers. Serve it with fresh greens.

Prep:   40 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
13/23
Thai-Spiced Chicken Kabobs

    An easy-to-make blend of sweet-and-sour sauce, fresh basil, Thai seasoning, and garlic gives chicken unbeatable flavor. Serve it with juicy grilled pineapple and hot rice.

Prep:   30 mins 
Grill:   13 mins  to  15 mins 
14/23
Steak and Potato Kabobs

    Pantry-ready oil-and-vinegar dressing, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder make a simple marinade for steak kabobs. Complete the meal with new potatoes and sweet peppers.

Prep:   20 mins 
Marinate:  4 hrs 
Grill:   12 mins 
15/23
Jalapeno Beef Kabobs

    A glaze of jalapeno jelly, lime juice, and garlic gives steak a delightful kick. Onions, squash, and tomatillos complete the meal. Serve kabobs on hot polenta to temper the spice.

Prep:   15 mins 
Grill:   12 mins  to  14 mins 
16/23
Ginger Tuna Kabobs

    For a fresh twist on cookout fare, try these skewers of ginger-spiced tuna, pineapple, peppers, and onions. Serve them with grilled corn-on-the-cob.

Marinate:   20 mins 
Grill:   6 mins  to  9 mins 
17/23
Thai Shrimp Kabobs

    Coconut milk and lime juice freshen up curry-spiced shrimp served on hot rice.

Prep:   20 mins 
Soak:   30 mins 
Marinate:   30 mins 
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Moorish Lamb Kabobs

    Tender lamb gets bold flavor from marinating overnight in a coating of thyme, salt, cumin, pimenton, peppercorns, saffron, and bay leaves. Serve these skewers on top of hot rice.

Prep:   15 mins 
Marinate:  8 hrs 
Grill:   12 mins 
19/23
California Kabobs

    For a light bite, spear shrimp, artichokes, onions, and cheese tortellini on skewers. The combo is delicious -- and quick and easy for last-minute get-togethers.

Prep:   30 mins 
Grill:   6 mins  to  8 mins 
20/23
Jamaican Pork with Melon

    A mixture of roasted peanut oil and Jamaican jerk seasoning adds a punch of tropical flavor to this easy grilled skewer recipe.

Prep:   15 mins 
Grill:   18 mins 
21/23
Jerk Beef and Plantain Kabobs

    For island flavor -- at home -- grill up these quick and easy skewers with spicy beef and plantains.

Prep:  25 minutes
Grill:  12 minutes
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Vegetable Kabobs

    Grilled potatoes, squash, red onions, mushrooms, and sweet peppers seasoned with rosemary, pepper, and oil-and-vinegar dressing make a delicious side to your favorite burger -- or a light meal with hot-cooked rice or grilled fruit on the side.

Prep:   20 mins 
Cook:   8 mins 
Grill:   10 mins 
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ljbarton6220 wrote:

Ummm, why am I getting outdoor Bar-B-Q articles in December? It's about to snow!

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