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Apricot-Glazed Cornish Hens

SUBMITTED BY: Randi Ison

"I found this easy recipe for Cornish hens and prepare it often for my family. The glaze keeps the hens tender and moist, and the skin roasts to a golden glow. It's tasty, too. When the children are gone for the weekend, my husband and I enjoy this meal-perfect for two."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 11 stars. This recipe average a 4.5 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  1 Hr 5 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 20 Min

SERVINGS

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 Cornish game hens
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon grated onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

DIRECTIONS

  1. Combine the salt and cayenne. Rub a third of the mixture inside hens. Brush 1 tablespoon butter over hens; sprinkle with remaining seasoning mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the preserves, honey, onion, nutmeg and remaining butter. Cook and stir until preserves are melted. Brush over hens. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until golden brown and a meat thermometer reads 180 degrees F. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2008 by Ashley
This hen recipe is absolutely delicious! No over-bearing sweetness, and the meat stays very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2008 by Amber Levy
This recipe yields an absolutely delicious bird! The glaze is wonderful and it makes all of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2007 by GQ
Absolutely Deeee-Licious! Made four of them for a casual post Thanksgiving dinner with my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2007 by Kelsey
I made this for my boyfriend for Thanksgiving dinner. It was really easy to put together and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2007 by MsSunflwr
This is a really good recipe, I used this for me and my boyfriend's Thanksgiving (in lieu of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2008 by Joey's Mom
Loved, loved this recipe!! I am partial to cornish game hens because, when I was little, my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2008 by bbbrandy
They were of, I don't think I will cook with cornish hens again. It was kind of gamey tasting.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2008 by helenar
The apricot glaze flavored the hen nicely. All around good and easy recipe. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2008 by michelle
i made this for easter. i loved it soooooo much even my boyfriend ate it and he doesn't eat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2008 by J_DANIELS
Made for a wonderful, moist cornish hen. Will definately make this again! MORE


 
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