Jalapeno Quail Appetizers
"My husband quail-hunts every season, and this recipe has become our favorite way to serve the birds. The bacon keeps the meat from drying out, and the jalapeno lends a little zip," shares Diana Johnston of Kingston, Oklahoma, "I sometimes serve these cute bundles as a main dish."4 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + marinating Grill: 20 min.
Ingredients
- 2 large jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 12 boneless quail breasts (about 1 pound)
- 12 bacon strips
- 1 bottle (16 ounces) Olive Garden Signature Italian Dressing
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Directions
- Cut each jalapeno half into three long strips. Place a strip
- widthwise in the center of each quail breast; roll up from a short
- side. Wrap each with a bacon strip and secure with toothpicks.
- Place in a large resealable plastic bag. Add salad dressing; seal bag
- and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Drain and discard marinade. Grill appetizers, covered, over indirect
- medium heat for 16-20 minutes or until quail juices run clear and
- bacon is crisp, turning occasionally. Yield: 1 dozen.
Wine: Sweet Red Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet red wine.