MAHOGANY-GLAZED CORNISH HEN
I make this for my husband and myself for holiday dinners. It's an elegant tradition, custom fit for two. -Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. Place hen in a greased shallow roasting pan, skin side up. Combine butter, ginger and orange zest; rub under skin., In a small bowl, whisk preserves, vinegar, soy sauce and mustard. Reserve half of the mixture for basting. Spoon remaining mixture over hen; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour 1/2 cup chicken broth into pan., Roast 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 180°, adding broth to pan as necessary and basting with remaining glaze halfway through cooking. Serve with pan juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 30g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 193mg cholesterol, Sodium 1332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.
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Joseph Patrick
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Najim Kambi
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Jordean Richards
[email protected]The hens were a bit dry, but the glaze was delicious. I'll try this recipe again with a different cooking method.
Khoi Ramon
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit complicated and time-consuming. The end result was good, but I don't think it's worth the effort.
Toufik Chakhma
[email protected]The glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the hens themselves were cooked perfectly. I'll try this recipe again with a different glaze.
Lethabo Kelvin
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the glaze complements the savory flavor of the hens perfectly. I also appreciate that the recipe is relatively quick and easy to make.
Sk Asad Raj
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. The hens were cooked evenly and the glaze was delicious. I served them with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.
MR RUOK
[email protected]I've tried many Cornish hen recipes before, but this one is definitely the best. The glaze is incredible, and it gives the hens a crispy, caramelized exterior. The meat is so tender and moist, it just falls off the bone. I'll be making this recipe ag
Hawa Abdirahman
[email protected]OMG! This recipe was an absolute hit at my dinner party last night. The Cornish hens were cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful. The mahogany glaze was the star of the show, giving the hens a beautiful shiny crust and a sweet and tangy taste. My