Roasted Quail with Cabbage and Raisins

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   Preheat the oven to 400.

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   Using 1/2 tablespoon of the oil, coat the bottom of a medium ovenproof skillet.

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   In a microwave-safe bowl, pour the Madeira over the raisins.

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   Microwave at high power for 1 minute, or until the raisins are plump.

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   Let cool, then drain the raisins, reserving the Madeira.

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   Combine the raisins with the chopped sage and a pinch each of salt and pepper.

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   Stuff the quail with the raisins and season with salt and pepper.

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   Transfer the quail to the skillet and turn to coat them with oil.

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   Roast for 15 minutes.

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    Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet.

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    Add the onion and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

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    Add the cabbage, caraway seeds and bay leaf and cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender, about 8 minutes longer.

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    Stir in the reserved Madeira and any accumulated juices from the quail and cook until evaporated, about 1 minute.

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    Discard the bay leaf.

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    Spoon the cabbage onto plates and top with the quail.

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    Garnish with the sage sprigs and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.