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Make these quick and easy, spicy Italian kabobs to kick-off your tailgate. Great for a game day appetizer party.

Kick-Off Kabobs

2 pounds boneless pork chops, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons dried red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
24 (6-inch) wooden skewers (soak in water for 30 minutes before using

1. Place pork cubes in resealable plastic bag; add salad dressing, red pepper flakes and fennel seed. Seal bag; refrigerate for at least 1 hour to overnight to marinate pork.
2. When ready to cook, thread pork, peppers and onion on skewers. Discard marinade.
3. Place kabobs on greased broiler pan and broil 5 inches from heat, or grill over medium-hot coals, for about 5 minutes per side.

Makes 24 servings.

Tailgate Tip: If tailgating at the stadium, thread pork and vegetables on skewers at home, and store in plastic containers in a portable cooler until ready to grill.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 70 calories
Protein 9 grams
Fat 2 grams
Sodium 135 milligrams
Cholesterol 25 milligrams
Saturated Fat 0 grams
Carbohydrates 2 grams

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Pork: The Other White Meat.