Recipe: Mario Batali's Bacon-Wrapped Pork Kabobs

MARIO BATALI'S BACON-WRAPPED PORK KABOBS

1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pork tenderloins, about 1 pound each, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 slices smoked bacon, thickly cut, then halved
1/2 cup Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon hot sauce

You will need a dozen wooden skewers soaked in water for an hour.

In a large bowl, combine paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, sugar and black pepper. Add the pork pieces and toss gently to coat.

Wrap a half-slice of bacon around a piece of the pork and thread onto a skewer. Leaving a bit of room between each piece, continue until all the pieces of pork are skewered. Arrange the skewers on a large platter and set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine mustard, honey, Worcestershire, thyme, rosemary and hot sauce. Pour mixture over the kabobs. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour or up to 4 hours.

Prepare enough coals for a medium fire, or set a gas grill to medium. Grill the kabobs over medium heat until just cooked through, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Mario Tailgates NASCAR Style by Mario Batali