Vegetable-Bacon Kebabs

Copied from a barbecue cookbook from the library. The preparation time includes the marinating time.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  summer squash, about 3/4 lb
• 2  zucchini, about 3/4 lb
• 4  medium onions
• 4  large  sweet red peppers
• 1⁄2 cup  oil
• 1⁄4 cup cider or 1⁄4 cup wine vinegar
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2  tablespoons fresh parsley, minced6-8 slices bacon, cut in 1-inch pieces

Directions

1. Wash squash and zucchini and cut in 1-inch slices.
2. Peel onions and cut in 12 squares each.
3. Place vegetables in a plastic bag.
4. Mix oil, vinegar and herbs.
5. Pour into bag; close bag tightly, and turn to coat vegetables well.
6. Marinate at room temperature at least 2 hours.
7. Thread vegetables on skewers, alternating types and placing a bacon piece vegetables at intervals.
8. Grill 4 to 6 inches over hot coals 10 to 15 minutes, turning to cook evenly and brushing with marinade now and then.