Season the quail front and back with salt and pepper or Creole seasoning.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and bring it to bubbling. Sauté the quails for about two minutes.
Add the onions, garlic, and mushrooms, and cook until the onions are clear. Carefully pour on the brandy and touch a flame to it. (Skip the flaming if you have even a shred of doubt about safety.)
When the flames die out, add the stock, thyme and red wine and bring to a boil. Cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat for seven to ten minutes, until the quail are tender.
Serve two quail per person with plenty of the sauce and dirty rice. (Or not-so-dirty rice, for that matter.)
