Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 8 quail, cleaned and trussed
  • 2 onions, cut in wedges
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed
  • 3 Tbsp. Courvoisier cognac
  • 1 c. dry red wine
  • 1/2 tsp. basil
  • 1/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 1/2 c. light beef gravy
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350° (180° C).
  • Heat butter in large ovenproof casserole or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add quail and sear birds about 6 to 8 minutes, browning on all sides.
  • Add onions and garlic.
  • Cook another 2 minutes.
  • Pour in cognac and flambe or cook 2 minutes over high heat to evaporate alcohol.
  • Add wine and bring to boil.
  • Add all seasonings.
  • Stir in gravy.
  • Cover and cook 30 minutes in oven.
  • Serves 4.