ROSEMARY ROAST CORNISH HENS

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 Cornish hens (about 1 pound each)
Cornbread Herbed Stuffing, recipe follows
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups dry cornbread cubes
2 cups dry white bread cubes
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves or 3/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 to 1 cup chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Remove the giblets from the hens. Rinse the hens with cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Combine the marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Place the hens in a large self-sealing food-storage bag and pour the marinade over them. Close the bag securely and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Shake the bag once or twice to coat the hens evenly with the marinade. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Remove the hens from the plastic bag and pat dry with paper towels. Season the hens inside and out with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity loosely with the Cornbread Herbed Stuffing. Rub or brush butter over the skin of the hens and place the hens breast side up in a shallow roasting pan, large enough to allow space between the hens.
  • Roast for 15 minutes to brown. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees and baste frequently with pan drippings and melted butter. Continue roasting for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the juices run clear when the flesh is pierced with a sharp knife.
  • In saute pan, melt the butter. Saute the onions and celery in the butter until tender. In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with onions, celery, poultry seasoning, and herbs. Add the eggs and enough chicken stock to slightly moisten and barely bind the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Yield: 9 to 10 cups;

Atiya Malik
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I've been looking for a good Cornish hen recipe for a while, and I'm so glad I found this one. It's simple to make and the results are amazing.


Azreer Gill
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I'm not a fan of rosemary, so I substituted thyme in this recipe. It turned out great! The Cornish hens were still very flavorful.


Patience Chineyere
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This is my new go-to recipe for Cornish hen. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Tanya Manuel
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The Cornish hens were moist and tender, and the rosemary and garlic flavor was amazing.


evan raza
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I followed the recipe exactly and the Cornish hens turned out perfectly. They were juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy.


Top Bahadur Rana
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Great recipe! The Cornish hens were cooked evenly and the flavor was spot-on.


Monke
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I was looking for a simple but flavorful Cornish hen recipe, and this one fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make and turned out delicious.


DANI DIAMOND
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I'm not a huge fan of Cornish hen, but this recipe changed my mind. The rosemary and garlic marinade made all the difference.


Aditya Kunwar
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Maqbool Jani
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The Cornish hens are always cooked to perfection, and the rosemary and garlic flavor is amazing.


John Perry
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This was the perfect dish for my Sunday dinner. It was elegant enough for a special occasion, but also easy enough to make on a weeknight.


Clarence Watson
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I admit, I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first. But I'm so glad I tried it! The rosemary and garlic marinade really infused the Cornish hens with flavor.


Louthfun nisa Bagum
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This Cornish hen was a hit at my dinner party! The presentation was beautiful, and the flavor was even better. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jingo Pion33r
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish look and taste like it came from a restaurant.


Md Shorob
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My family couldn't get enough of this roasted Cornish hen! The rosemary and garlic flavors were perfectly balanced, and the meat was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


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