Spiedies

Years ago, my next door neighbors at the time, were from New York. Pat and her husband Skip used to make these savory little goodies on the grill, and I can't tell you how good they smelled. I followed my nose one day, and asked "what in the world is that divine smell? what are you cooking? can I have some?" They informed me they were making Spiedies...I had never heard of Spiedies, but I knew I wanted to be introduced. They let me know they were an "East Coast Thing" and because of them, they became a "Chicago Thing" - at least in our neighborhood. Get ready for some tasty little treats, and invite your friends over. They'll love you.

1 1/2 lbs. very lean beef, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 1/2 lbs. very lean veal, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 1/2 lbs. very lean pork, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 1/2 lbs. very lean lamb, cut into 1 inch cubes

Marinate the meat for 2 days in the following:

8 oz. red wine - Burgundy or Lambrusco
6 oz. Good Seasons Italian Dressing
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp. black pepper
2 Tbls. kosher salt
1/4 cup oregano
1 tsp. onion salt or 1 samll onion, finely diced

Fire up the grill.

Take the meat out of the marinade, thread onto skewers and grill to desired doneness. Prepare to swoon. Eat.

P.S. If you're not having a crowd, feel free to cut the recipe in half.