Marinated Cornish Game Hens |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 75 Minutes |
Ready In: 90 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From the book, Heart of the Palms. Preparation time does not include marinating time. Ingredients:
1/2 cup vegetable oil |
1 teaspoon ground oregano |
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt |
4 cornish hens |
1/2 cup all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon pepper |
1 cup water |
1/2 cup sherry wine |
paprika |
Directions:
1. Combine oil, 1/2 tsp oregano and garlic salt.
2. Pour over hens and marinate in refrigerator over night, turning several times.
3. Drain.
4. Tie legs of hens together and roll in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
5. Brown in oil in large Dutch oven.
6. Add water, sherry, remaining oregano, and paprika.
7. Cover and bake at 350°F for 1 1/2 hours.
8. Optional step: Livers and gizzards may be cooked separately until tender, chopped and added to gravy before serving.
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