Chimney Stack Sausage Cheese (Printable version)

Smoky sausage and melted cheese cubes grilled on skewers for a savory, shareable treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 10.5 oz smoked sausage (e.g., kielbasa or andouille), sliced into 0.6 inch rounds

→ Cheese

02 - 6.3 oz firm cheese (e.g., cheddar, gouda, or provolone), cut into 0.8 inch cubes

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into chunks

→ Marinade

05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
02 - In a large bowl, mix sausage slices, red bell pepper pieces, and red onion chunks; drizzle marinade over and toss until evenly coated.
03 - Thread sausage, cheese, bell pepper, and onion alternately onto skewers, starting and ending with sausage for stability.
04 - Set grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and allow to preheat thoroughly.
05 - Grill skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally. Add cheese cubes halfway through cooking (after about 5 to 6 minutes) to prevent melting.
06 - Transfer skewers to a platter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and cook
  • Perfect for sharing at gatherings
02 -
  • Use firm cheese to avoid excessive melting
  • Skewers can be metal or soaked wooden ones
03 -
  • Thread ingredients tightly on skewers to prevent slipping
  • Add cheese cubes midway to avoid melting away
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