Savory Chimney Stack Sausage Cheese (Printable)

Smoky sausage and cheese cubes grilled with bell pepper and onion for a flavorful bite.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

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

→ Cheese

02 - 6.3 oz firm cheese (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 - ½ tsp dried oregano
08 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
09 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.
02 - Combine sausage slices, bell pepper pieces, and onion chunks in a large bowl. Drizzle marinade over and toss to coat thoroughly.
03 - Thread sausage, cheese, pepper, and onion alternately onto skewers, starting and ending with sausage for stability.
04 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
05 - Grill skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally until vegetables are tender and sausage is heated through. Add cheese cubes after 5 to 6 minutes to prevent over-melting.
06 - Transfer skewers to a platter, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Smoky sausage combined with melty cheese offers a rich taste
  • Perfect for sharing at gatherings with easy grilling preparation
02 -
  • For a spicier flavor, swap in chorizo or add cayenne to the marinade
  • You can substitute firm cheese with halloumi for better grilling results
03 -
  • Add cheese cubes midway through grilling to prevent melting too much
  • Begin and end the skewers with sausage pieces for better grip
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