Savory Cornish Hens Recipe

Name: Savory Cornish Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Cornish hens (about 1 lb. each); 8 thick slices home-style white bread; 1 1/2 Tbsp. parsley flakes; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning; 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper; 3/4 c. butter; 1 c. finely chopped onions; 4 livers from the hens; salt and pepper to taste; 3 Tbsp. melted butter

Servings: persons

4 Cornish hens (about 1 lb. each)
8 thick slices home-style white bread
1 1/2 Tbsp. parsley flakes
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
3/4 c. butter
1 c. finely chopped onions
4 livers from the hens
salt and pepper to taste
3 Tbsp. melted butter

1
Remove giblet packs; wash hens and pat dry.
2
Cut crusts from bread; cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
3
Place on cookie sheet.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 until golden, stirring occasionally; remove from oven. Combine parsley, salt, pepper and poultry seasoning; set aside.
5
In heavy skillet, melt butter.
6
Add onions and livers; cook until livers are lightly browned and onions are tender.
7
Remove and chop livers.
8
Add livers, onions and butter from pan to bread cubes; toss to mix well.
9
Salt and pepper hens lightly.
10
Pack tightly with stuffing; truss.
11
Place in oven baking dish, breast side up.
12
Brush with melted butter; roast at 375u00b0.
13
Turn every 15 minutes; baste with butter and pan juices.
14
Cook a total of 50 to 60 minutes, until juices run clear when knife tip is inserted in hen.
15
Serve hot.

510

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Cornish hens (about 1 lb. each), 8 thick slices home-style white bread, 1 1/2 Tbsp. parsley flakes, 3/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Savory Cornish Hens falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Savory Cornish Hens

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