OHIO CLASSICS: FAVORITE SMALL GAME RECIPES FROM THE BUCKEYE STATE
 
Jalapeno Quail Appetizers
Mark & Amy Schaefer - Sugarcreek, Ohio

Course:Appetizer
Servings:5-8
 
Ingredients & Instructions:
2 large jalapeno peppers; halved lengthwise and seeded
12 boneless quail breasts
12 bacon strips
1 bottle Italian salad dressing

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.