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Roasted Cornish Game Hens

lauralovinglife
Cornish game hens, renowned for tender, succulent meat, make for a great dinner option for guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, French
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cornish hens
  • 2 clementine oranges
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Seasoning of your choice
  • half a lemon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees
  • Combine the olive oil and herbs in a small bowl. Brush hens with olive oil mixture. Twist wings to tuck under the bird.
  • Place hens in a large casserole dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. Reduce heat to 400°F.
  • Bake 55-65 minutes or just until hens reach 165°F with a thermometer and vegetables are tender. (Ensure the thermometer does not touch the bone.)
  • Remove from the oven and loosely tent with foil for 10 minutes before cutting
Keyword comfort, dinner, easy