Cornish hens

[Nomadicus]

I didn't find a single Cornish game hen today. So I hope to soon make this a project in the off season. About 3 months from now we will have them ready to harvest and put in the freezer and that problem will be solved. I want to use the little hens early as single serving size I think can be cooked without all the fat that larger fowl have.

[gypsychic]

Here is how I do mine.

Marinate overnight in a mix of garlic cloves, lemon juice and chicken broth - I don't really measure but about a half cup or so. To bake, put a wedge of lemon and sprig of rosemary in the cavity; brush with oil or butter and put salt and pepper on top. Bake at 450 for a half our, reduce heat and bake at 350 another half hour, basting with the marinade.

Optional: when done add juices to pan and reduce for 5 minutes. This method produces the most delicious poultry you will ever eat! Works best in convection oven, but does ok even in a cheap or crappy oven!

[fresnochili]

Originally Posted by Nomadicus

Now you have me thinking maybe a recipe if not already out there could be made for orange Cornish hen using OJ concentrate? Or marmalade? Running out of time I know. We have one guest that was totally unexpected until minutes ago and now Cornish hens might be the thing for us too.

Both those marinade ideas sound really good.

Good luck.



oops...i read you didnt find any.

[mainebrokerman]

Stuff the little birds …

Rub some olive oil and seasonings on them
And roast

I need to get back to cooking these
Use to rotisserie them in the stores
Perfect serving size …

[MaryleeII]

All sounds great! I have a ham for Christmas, but may cook the hens for New Years!

Thanks, everybody, and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!