Game Hens in White Wine With Herbs

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350.

2. 2

   Season hens with basil, oregano, and pepper.

3. 3

   In a large frying pan, melt butter in oil over moderately hight heat.

4. 4

   Add hens and saute, turning once, 4 minutes per side, until browned.

5. 5

   Transfer to a small baking dish.

6. 6

   Add shallots to pan, reduce heat to low, and saute until soft, 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add white wine and bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

8. 8

   Pour over the hens.

9. 9

   Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.

10. 10

    Raise heat to 425, uncover and bake 5 minutes until hens are tender and skin crisp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.