Mozzarella Skewers Recipe

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Difficulty: Easy Prep Time: 5 minutes Inactive Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 6 minutes Yield: 8 servings User Rating: No Rating Courtesy Sandra Lee

• Total Time: 5 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 5 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 2⁄3; cup olive oil-and-vinegar dressing (recommended Newman's Own)
• 1 (1 1⁄16; ounce) packet herb seasoning mix (recommended McCormick Grill Mates)
• 16 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese , in water, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 24 cherry tomatoes
• 1 red onion , cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 sourdough baguette , cut into 24 (1-inch)
• 10 inches bamboo skewers , soaked in water at least 1 hour prior to grilling

Directions:

1. Stir together salad dressing, herb marinade packet, and 1/2 cup water. Set aside.
2. Place cheese and vegetables in a resealable bag and pour in marinade. Seal and marinate in refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours.
3. Thread the skewers by alternating vegetables, cheese, and bread.
4. Brush bread with some of the leftover marinade mixture and save the rest for garnish.
5. Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat. Lightly oil the grilling grates and place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once. Bread should be toasted and cheese softened. Serve right off the grill drizzled with additional marinade.