Bourbon-Marinated Quail with Bourbon-Bacon Jam and Grilled Asparagus

Ingredients

• 4 whole quail
• 3 tbsp bourbon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and black pepper
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee or water
• 1 bunch asparagus
• Olive oil for grilling

Instructions

1. Marinate quail in bourbon, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook bacon and onion in a skillet, then add brown sugar and a splash of bourbon to make a quick bacon jam.
3. Grill or roast quail until cooked through and lightly charred.
4. Toss asparagus with olive oil and grill until tender.
5. Serve quail with bacon jam and grilled asparagus.