Grilled Sausage and Peppers Skewers

Why is this a Foodgasm?

My Italian side is coming atcha again with this spin on a classic.  Sausage and Peppers is usually something you wouldn't want to prepare in the summer....but if you make them into kabobs and grill them its the perfect summer food! That's right- summer's not over yet- we still technically have two weeks left! 

Recently poking around Instagram I saw someone made kabobs with sausage meat- immediately I knew sausage and peppers would be perfect in this format! How awesome are grilled veggies- sweet and crisp, with just a little brown around the edges. Then to really make it transform to this Italian favorite, I served these skewers with marinara. My Totally Roasted Marinara worked perfect for this!!  Plus this was incredibly easy to prepare- bonus!!

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Mango Chili

Why is this a Foodgasm?

This features one of my favorite flavor combos EVER, Sweet and Spicy! Sugar and Spice and something nice! It is like ohhhhh yummmmm.....ohhhh WOW! You get the sweet and then BAM I hit ya when you didn't expect you with the spice hammer! This baby is pretty darn spicy too! I would let this slow cook to mellow out the spice or add less dried red chilis than I did, LOL!

I got the idea while talking to my friend about chili. Mike makes a mean chili: sweet and spicy. But the man will not give up the ingredients...he keeps his recipes secrets. Me, well I got this blog and give 'em all away for free! So while talking to him I thought sweet and spicy and remembered the pineapple salsa made my Newman's Own I like so much and then it hit me....WHAMMO! Pineapple Chili- and why not add Mango because I love thee!

A Slow Cooking Foodgasm: Autumn Stew with Mini Ravioli

Why is this a Foodgasm? The leaves are falling and you have a rosy flush in your cheeks because of the cold, you want dinner and you crave something with the spices and the season that is hot, soft and creamy in texture....okay guys this is foodgasm not a porno, you may want that but this may be a close second to satisfy a different desire! It is spicy, fragrant of the season, creamy, comforting and oh so flavorful! So satisfying *sigh*

Roasted Vegetables and Sausage with Herbs and Balsamic Vinegar- Augmented Pinterest Recipe

Why is this a Foodgasm?

So many beautiful flavors play together- sweet, salty and savory. Fresh fennel bulb, red onions, peppers are not only a feast for the eyes, they have magic....delicious magic!

This is a 6 point foodgasm! (Recipe yields 7 servings)

Spicy Italian Sausage with Caramelized Onion, Fennel, and Basil in a White Wine Reduction

While I write this blog, I am actually eating this Foodgasmic creation....really helps for inspiration!  I have never cooked with fresh fennel before (aka anise) and I just knew I had to pair it with Italian sausage!  This was easy, quick and a true foodgasm. About 25 mins to Delicious town!  All aboard!

Why this is a Foodgasm:
Wine and porkfat together make magic!  Then add the unique flavor of fennel and the sweetness of caramelized onions, well you got an orgy of fabulous flavors!

What you need:
3 HOT (or sweet if you prefer) Italian Sausage links
1/2 bulb of fennel (cored)
1 large onion (slices)
1 orange bell pepper (slices)
2 tbsp EVOO
1/2 cup white wine
5 Large Basil Leaves
Salt and Pepper to taste

How to make it:
In a frying pan on Medium-High heat add EVOO and fry sausage, once the outside is browned add the onion, bell pepper and fennel slices. Saute until onions are a golden caramelized color (about 10 mins). Move to Medium-Low heat, add white wine and Basil....just take a whif.  It smells soooooo good!  Let all the sausage dripping and wine intermingle into a delicious sauce and let it reduce for about 5 mins. Serve over your pasta of choice, sprinkle with parmasean and ENJOY!!