Home-Style Bacon-Wrapped Ham and Sausage Skewers

Home-Style Bacon-Wrapped Ham and Sausage Skewers: A Busy Mom's Delight

As a working mom, time is my most precious commodity. Dinner needs to be quick, easy, and, most importantly, delicious enough to satisfy my hungry family. That's why I've become a huge fan of these bacon-wrapped ham and sausage skewers. They're surprisingly simple to prepare, requiring minimal prep time, and they deliver big on flavor. The sweet and savory combination of the BBQ sauce and grape jelly glaze perfectly complements the salty bacon and savory ham and sausage.

This recipe is my go-to for busy weeknights. I often prep the skewers in the morning, pop them in the fridge, and then just bake them when I get home. It's a lifesaver! The kids love them too, which makes it even better. I find that they're incredibly versatile. They’re just as perfect for a casual weeknight dinner as they are for a weekend BBQ with friends and family. You can even easily adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences. Want to add some peppers or onions? Go for it! Feeling adventurous? Try a different type of glaze. The possibilities are endless!

Beyond the Weeknight: These skewers aren't just for dinner. I've served them as appetizers at parties, and they're always a huge hit. They’re surprisingly elegant for a relatively simple recipe. The golden-brown bacon, glistening with the sweet and smoky glaze, makes them look impressive, even if they took only minutes to assemble. They’re perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, or just a casual get-together with friends. The great thing is that you can make a big batch ahead of time and reheat them easily, minimizing stress on party day.

Tips for Success:

• Use good quality ingredients: The flavor of the skewers depends heavily on the quality of the bacon, ham, and sausage. Look for thick-cut bacon and good quality, fully cooked ham and sausage for the best results.
• Don't overcrowd the skewers: Give the bacon, ham, and sausage enough space on the skewers to ensure even cooking and prevent the bacon from becoming greasy.
• Adjust the cooking time: Cooking time may vary depending on your oven and the thickness of your bacon. Keep a close eye on the skewers towards the end of the cooking time, and remove them once the bacon is crispy to your liking.
• Experiment with flavors: Feel free to experiment with different BBQ sauces and glazes. A maple-bourbon glaze or a spicy chipotle BBQ sauce would also be delicious.
• Make it a meal: Serve these skewers with a simple side salad, some roasted vegetables, or a side of rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

More than just a Recipe: This recipe is more than just a way to get dinner on the table quickly; it's a way to connect with family and friends over a delicious and satisfying meal. The simple act of preparing and sharing this dish creates memories, and that’s something I cherish more than any perfectly cooked meal.

So, the next time you're short on time but still want a delicious and impressive meal, give these bacon-wrapped ham and sausage skewers a try. I'm confident they'll become a new family favorite, just like they have for mine.

Step-by-step

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
• Thread 1 end of a piece of bacon onto a skewer; add a ham cube and fold bacon over the ham through the skewer.
• Add a piece of sausage and fold bacon over sausage.
• Repeat with remaining bacon, ham, and sausage.
• Spread bacon, ham, and sausage out onto the skewer so bacon isn't squeezed too closely to the meat.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
• Combine barbeque sauce and grape jelly in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave for 30 seconds.
• Stir sauce and brush over skewers.
• Continue baking skewers, basting every 10 minutes, until bacon is desired crispness, 15 to 30 minutes more.