CORNISH HENS WITH WILD RICE

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This recipe started out as my grandmother's. My mother added the mushroom soup and the green peppers...I added the cheddar cheese. I think this dish represents our region because so much wild rice is grown here.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2/3 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 bacon strips
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
4-1/2 cups cooked wild rice
3 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each), halved
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine soup and milk. Cook over medium heat until smooth; stir in cheese. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, fry bacon until crisp. Remove bacon; crumble and set aside. In drippings, saute onion and green pepper until tender. Add to soup mixture along with wild rice; mix well. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; top with bacon. Combine flour, salt, paprika and pepper in a heavy plastic bag; place one or two hens at a time in bag and shake to coat well. , In another skillet, Brown hens in oil on all sides. Arrange on top of rice mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes or until meat is tender. Sprinkle with parsley.

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Dylan Ozanich
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This recipe was delicious! The Cornish hens were juicy and flavorful, and the wild rice was the perfect side dish. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Alejandro Vazquez
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The Cornish hens were cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


md moner hoosan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is worth it. The Cornish hens are incredibly tender and flavorful, and the wild rice is the perfect side dish. I would definitely make this recipe again for a special occasion.


Jackie Lottering
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The Cornish hens are always juicy and flavorful, and the wild rice is always fluffy and delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to


Toad Hornay
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The Cornish hens were a big hit, and the wild rice was a great side dish. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Asik Pk
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The Cornish hens were cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Tailah Anania
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I was a little skeptical about cooking Cornish hens, but this recipe proved me wrong. The hens were incredibly tender and juicy, and the wild rice was the perfect side dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Cyrox Gaming
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This recipe is a keeper! The Cornish hens were cooked to perfection and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


tihomir iordanov
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I followed the recipe exactly and the Cornish hens turned out perfectly. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. The wild rice was also delicious.


Jojo N
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The Cornish hens were juicy and flavorful, and the wild rice was a perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.