On a whim I picked up a jar of fig preserves and had no idea what to do with them. A balsamic reduction to put over BBQ never came to mind. So glad I happened upon her post. And these are really simple too! I love when the stars align and an answer to my dilemma (not knowing what to do with fig preserves is a huge dilemma) just happens to appear on my computer.
Sausage Kabobs with Balsamic Fig Glaze
4 links hot chicken sausage, cut to desired lengths
6 tbsp fig preserves
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
handful of cherry tomatoes
skewers
Assemble skewers with sausage and cherry tomatoes. Grill to desired doneness on oiled grill plates.
While kabobs are resting, combine the preserves and balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Combine until it reaches a smooth consistency. Baste over kabobs before serving.
So delicious! Really, these are literally finger-licking good.
They looks scrumptious! Yum! Funny when I first red the title I thought it said "fishy" sausage, then I thought yuck fishy sausage? haha!
ReplyDeleteI posted a recipe using fig jam too, I got the idea from Bo's Bowl. The balsamic fig sauce is great on roasted potatoes too!
Oh yeah, fishy sausage would be pretty gross! LOL. I'm sorry I missed Bo's post using the figs. I'll have to go check it out. That potato dish sounds delicious.
ReplyDeleteI'm laughing because who buys fig preserves on a whim?? LOL. Sounds yummy... Do you know I never had a fig in my life? Guess I should try them in something like this...
ReplyDeleteLOL. Yeah, that is funny. I'm becoming such a weirdo. :) Up until now, the closest thing I had to a fig was in "newton" form. They are really sweet and delicious. Let me know if you give 'em a try.
ReplyDeleteI did the same thing, bought some fig jam before I knew what I was going to do with them. I guess we can start our own "weirdo" club! ;P Fresh figs are great and nows the time to get them. Here is my post - http://bit.ly/cU0GG2
ReplyDeleteIf you're a weirdo too than I know I'm in very good company. Thanks for the link. I can make that right now - I have everything on hand!! Yay!
ReplyDeleteOh those look so good.. all caramelized and delicious. Maybe I need to pick up some fig preserves this weekend?? Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenn. Yeah, who knew fig preserves were so versatile. hope you find something wonderful to do with them. :)
ReplyDeleteBetty, welcome back! Thank goodness that you're back. hehe... Anyway, your figgy sausage kebab sounds simply awesome. Thanks! Looking forward for more from you. Hope you're enjoying your weekend.
ReplyDeleteChers, Kristy
Awww, thanks Kristy. LOL. We are off to a great start to the weekend so far, thank you. Hope you do the same. :)
ReplyDeleteI have read that dried figs are actually more nutritious than fresh. Go figure. I'd think that using whole figs on the skewers might be a fun idea. And I am so much a sausage freak.
ReplyDeleteThanks Stephen. I didn't know that. I like your idea of the whole figs too and will have to give that a try. And yes, sausage rocks!! Quite of bit of it gets consumed in our house.
ReplyDeleteThese look so yummy! Love the 2nd picture...finger-licking!
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