Lemon Tarragon Roast Cornish Hens

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450F.

2. 2

   Rinse hens and pat dry, then arrange, skin sides up, in a large shallow baking pan (1 inch deep).

3. 3

   Stir together butter, shallot, zest, tarragon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.

4. 4

   Loosen skin from meat all over hens (including thighs and legs) with your fingers, being careful not to tear skin.

5. 5

   Rub half of butter under skin and remaining half on top.

6. 6

   Sprinkle hens with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.

7. 7

   Roast hens in middle of oven until cooked through and skin is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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