"It's easy to serve an elegant dinner when these nicely seasoned game hens with roasted vegetables are on the menu," remarks Arlene Lauritzen of Genoa, Illinois. "This bountiful platter makes such a pretty presentation for a special occasion."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the hens, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan; tie drumsticks together. Combine butter, rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper; spoon over hens. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 1 hour., Meanwhile, peel a 1-in. strip around the center of each potato. Place potatoes and carrots if desired in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Drain; add to roasting pan., Baste hens and vegetables with pan drippings. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 180° and vegetables are tender. Strain pan drippings and thicken for gravy if desired.
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SHOSAL MATOBBER
[email protected]I have been making this recipe for years and it is always a crowd-pleaser. The Cornish hens are always cooked perfectly and the veggies are roasted to perfection. I love that this dish is relatively easy to make and it always looks so impressive. I h
Bishnu prd Dhakal
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Cornish hens.
Mateen Ali
[email protected]I love this recipe because it is so versatile. I have made it with different types of veggies, and it always turns out great. I also like that I can adjust the seasonings to my liking. This recipe is a keeper.
Aden Arab
[email protected]5 stars all the way!
Ramith Suvarna
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver for me. I was having a dinner party and didn't know what to cook. I found this recipe online and decided to give it a try. The Cornish hens were a huge hit with my guests. They were cooked perfectly and the veggies were ro
Ctg Titu Bangla Tips pro
[email protected]Easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
Usman Ulhuq
[email protected]I have made this recipe several times now and it is always a hit. The Cornish hens are always cooked evenly and the meat is so tender. The veggies are also roasted to perfection. I love that this dish is relatively easy to make and it always looks so
Oliver Ihechi
[email protected]Perfect for a special occasion dinner. Highly recommend.
Emily Galvan
[email protected]I was skeptical about cooking Cornish hens, but this recipe changed my mind. The hens were so flavorful and moist, and the veggies were roasted to perfection. I served this dish to my family and friends, and they all raved about it. I will definitely
Tahsin Alam
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make. A winner!
Andy Finlayson
[email protected]This recipe was an absolute delight! The Cornish hens were cooked to perfection, with crispy skin and juicy meat. The veggies were roasted to perfection and complemented the hens beautifully. I will definitely be making this dish again and again.