CORNISH GAME HENS WITH GRAPES IN VERMOUTH
From the *Best Ever Chicken* cookbook edited by Linda Fraser -- Per the intro, "This is a rather special dish that is ideal to serve when entertaining." Boy, do I ever agree w/that & this is such an easy fix too! *Enjoy* !
Provided by twissis
Categories Poultry
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Using a soft pastry brush, spread the soft butter all over the outside surface of hens & then put a hazelnut size piece in the cavity of ea hen. Mix shallots & parsley together & place 1/4 of the mixture in the cavity of ea hen.
- Put the hens side-by-side in a roasting pan & roast for 40-50 min or till the juices run clear when the thickest part of the flesh is pierced w/a skewer. When cooked, transfer the hens to a warmed serving platter, cover & keep warm.
- Skim most of the fat from the roasting pan, then add the grapes & vermouth. Place the pan directly over a low-heat for a few min to warm & slightly soften the grapes.
- Using a slotted spoon, lift the grapes out of the roasting pan, scatter them around the hens on the platter & cover again.
- Stir cornstarch into the cream & add to the pan juices. Cook gently (stirring) for a few min till the sauce thickens. Season w/salt & pepper to taste pref.
- Pour sauce around hens, sprinkle w/toasted pine nuts & garnish w/watercress sprigs, if using. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.4, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 268.6, Sodium 254.6, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 9, Protein 49.7
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Ra Fareed Sanwal
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The grapes and vermouth add a sweetness and acidity that perfectly complements the savory hens.
Shan Sheihk
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The hens are elegant and the grape-vermouth sauce is sophisticated.
Jaden Mejia
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The hens are always juicy and flavorful, and the grapes and vermouth sauce is always a crowd-pleaser.
Cat Clements
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of grapes, but they were surprisingly good in this dish. The vermouth added a nice depth of flavor.
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[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The hens were cooked perfectly and the grape-vermouth sauce was divine. Will definitely be making this again soon.
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[email protected]I was skeptical about the grape-vermouth sauce, but it was actually really good. It added a nice sweetness and acidity to the dish.
Montana Ratciffe
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The hens are tender and juicy, and the grape-vermouth sauce is flavorful and delicious.
Mcboulay
[email protected]I've tried many Cornish game hen recipes, but this one is by far the best. The grapes and vermouth add a unique and delicious flavor that I haven't found in other recipes.
Estephania Buvier
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The hens were cooked perfectly and the grape-vermouth sauce was a hit.
Yadhab bahadur gc
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The hens are elegant and the grape-vermouth sauce is sophisticated.
Susma Bohora
[email protected]I've never cooked Cornish game hens before, but this recipe made it easy. The hens were cooked perfectly and the grape-vermouth sauce was delicious.
Yesmin Akhter
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The grapes and vermouth add a sweetness and acidity that perfectly complements the savory hens.
Narayan Mahato
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The hens are always juicy and flavorful, and the grapes and vermouth sauce is to die for.
Adesina oladimeji
[email protected]The grapes added a nice touch of sweetness to the dish, but I found the vermouth to be a bit too overpowering.
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[email protected]I'm not much of a cook, but I was able to follow this recipe and make a delicious meal that impressed my guests. Highly recommend!
Hamdan Mughal
[email protected]This recipe exceeded my expectations! The hens were moist and tender, and the grapes and vermouth gave the dish a unique and delicious flavor.
hamza ssengabi
[email protected]Not a fan of the vermouth, but that's just personal preference. Otherwise, the recipe was easy to follow and the hens turned out great. Would recommend trying it with a different white wine next time.
Mohammed Lemar
[email protected]WOW! This dish was a hit at my last dinner party. The hens were cooked perfectly and the grape-vermouth sauce was divine. Will definitely be making this again!
Ofentse Selepe
[email protected]I recently tried this recipe for Cornish game hens with grapes in vermouth, and it was a resounding success! The hens were succulent and flavorful, and the grapes and vermouth added a delightful sweetness and acidity.