Stuffed Quail with Wild Rice and Cranberries

Quail, a delicate and flavorful game bird, is the centerpiece of this dish, stuffed with wild rice and cranberries for a festive and hearty meal. It’s a perfect reflection of the care and creativity that upland bird hunting brings to the table.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 whole quail, cleaned
  • 1 cup cooked wild rice
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (garden or locally grown)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken or game stock

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix wild rice, cranberries, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stuff each quail with the rice mixture and secure with kitchen twine.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear quail on all sides.
  4. Transfer to a baking dish, add stock, and bake for 30 minutes, or until cooked through. Serve warm.
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