Grilled Kabobs
1 small eggplant, about 8 ounces, peeled if desired & cut into 1" chunks
2 small fresh ripe tomatoes, quartered
1 medium size zucchini, about 6 ounces, cut into 1" chunks
1 medium size yellow squash, about 6 ounces, cut into 1" chunks
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves or 1/2 teaspoon. dried
Start fire in grill, placing grill rack 5 to 6 inches from coals (see note).
Place vegetables, alternating as desired, on eight 8 inch metal skewers. Brush
with oil, using about 2 tablespoons; sprinkle with pepper and salt. When coals
are ready (medium-hot), place kabobs on grill rack; cook 10-12 minutes, turning
3 to 4 times until vegetables are browned and tender. Meanwhile, in small bowl
using fork, beat remaining 2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, garlic and mint to mix
well; brush mixture over kabobs during last 2 minutes of cooking time. Remove
kabobs to platter; brush with any remaining garlic mint mixture. Serve hot or at
room temperature. Makes 4-8 servings. Note: If desired, vegetable kabobs may be
cooked indoors in broiler. Heat broiler; after brushing with oil and seasoning,
place kabobs on ungreased cookie sheet. Broil, 3-5 inches from heat source,
10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Serve as directed.
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