Lamb Kabobs

Amount	Measure	Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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		*Marinade*
2	cloves	garlic -- minced
1	tablespoon	balsamic vinegar
1/4	cup	olive oil
1	teaspoon	dijon mustard
1/2	teaspoon	dried rosemary
1/2	teaspoon	dried basil
1/4	teaspoon	cumin
1/8	teaspoon	nutmeg
1/2	teaspoon	salt
1/4	teaspoon	black pepper
2	pounds	leg of lamb -- boned cut into 1 inch cubes
1	large	red onion -- quartered
1	large	green bell pepper -- diced
1	large	red bell pepper -- diced

Combine all the marinade ingredients and place in a large Ziploc bag. Add lamb and turn to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 3 hours or over night.

Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat. You can also use broiler.

Thread lamb, red onion, red pepper, and green pepper on skewers with about 3 pieces lamb per skewer.

Grill about 3 minutes per side or broil about 10 minutes per side or until meat is cooked the way you like it.

NOTES : If using wooden skewers soak in water for at least 30 minutes. Metal skewers are preferred.

Makes 8 servings.

Per Serving: 284 Calories; 22g Fat (70.5% calories from fat); 17g Protein; 4g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 62mg Cholesterol; 193mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 3 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.