Stuffed Cornish Game Hens With Orange Sauce |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I like this recipe because it not only tastes delicious, and makes a beautiful presentation, but is quick and easy to put together. You don't have to be an experienced gourmet chef to serve your family these special little birds. Ingredients:
4 cornish hens |
1 3/4 cups cooked long grain and wild rice blend |
1/2 cup chopped onion |
1 tablespoon butter |
1/2 cup grated raw apple |
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup craisins |
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning |
salt and pepper |
melted butter |
1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate |
1 cup light brown sugar |
2 tablespoons butter |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Saute the chopped onions in the tablespoon of butter until soft.
3. Mix rice, onions, apple, raisins and poultry seasoning together in a small bowl.
4. Season the cornish hens well inside and out with salt and pepper.
5. Place 1/2 cup stuffing into each hen cavity.
6. Brush hens liberally with melted butter.
7. Place hens, breast side up in a shallow baking pan.
8. Cook for about 45 minutes depending on the size of the hens, basting once during the roasting time.
9. Make Sauce: In small saucepan, cook the orange juice, brown sugar and butter until thickened, stirring frequently.
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