Italian Sausage Kebabs

1. In a small bowl grate the garlic, add the roasted garlic oil, balsamic vinegar, pesto, add salt and pepper and mix well with a fork. Set aside.
2. Par boil the sausages for 10-15 minutes. This will ensure less time on the grill and even cooking. This can also be done ahead of time. Once they are done slice them into 1 inch chunks and place them into a bowl with the mushrooms, peppers, and onion. Pour the marinade over and let sit while you heat your grill to medium heat.
3. When your grill is ready, Thread two of each ingredients onto a skewer, sprinkle a little salt on top and grill the kabobs for 8 to 10 minutes while flipping them over now and then. Finish my drizzling the balsamic glace over each kebab.

Orzo Salad

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain, rinse in cold water and set aside.
2. Toss the spinach, onion, pine nuts, basil and pepper in a large bowl. Add the orzo and stir well. Mix together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Pour over the spinach and orzo salad and toss.
3. Mix in the sun dried tomatoes and kalamata olives.
4. Refrigerate and serve cold.