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BEEF KABOBS WITH APRICOT GLAZE

Check out these Beef Kabobs with Apricot Glaze, from Just One More for Healthy Living.  This recipe grills up the flavor and is a great way to add just one more serving of fruit and vegetables to your diet. The Just One More for Healthy Living campaign encourages families to take simple steps towards a healthier lifestyle.  The strategy is simple: add ‘just one more’ serving of fruits and vegetables, and ‘just one more’ physical activity each day for a healthier life. 
Prep Time:  15  Minutes
Cooking Time:  20  Minutes
Servings: 6 to 8

Ingredients

• 1  jar (26 oz.) DEL MONTE Orchard Select Apricot Halves
• 1  Tbsp cornstarch
• 2  tsp Dijon mustard
• 1  tsp. dried basil, crushed
• 1½  lb. sirloin steak, cut into 1½-inch cubes
• 2  each small green or red sweet peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4  each medium mushrooms, cut in half
• 8  each skewers
 

Directions

Drain apricots reserving 1 cup syrup into small saucepan; blend in cornstarch until dissolved.  Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.  Stir in mustard and basil.  Set aside.

Thread meat, apricots, green pepper and mushrooms alternately into skewers; brush with apricot syrup mixture. 

To prevent burning of wooden skewers, soak skewers in water for 10 minutes before assembling kabobs.

Grill kabobs over hot coals (or broil) about 5 minutes on each side or to desired doneness, brushing occasionally with additional syrup mixture.

For more Just One More recipes go to www.eatjustonemore.com.