Roast Cornish Game Hens Stuffed With Two Basi
Description
This Mediterranean side-dish features Opal basil leaves, fresh, Sweet basil leaves, fresh, Orange; zest & juice only. The flavors come together beautifully. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Olive oil; for rubbing Black pepper Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (218&# 194;°C).
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Chop the basils coarsely.
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Rinse hens and pat dry.
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In a bowl, combine the basils, orange zest, and orange juice; mix well.
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Tightly pack the basil mixture inside the cavity of each hen.
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Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings under.
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Rub the hens with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper.
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Place, breast side up, on a roasting rack set inside a lightly greased roasting pan.
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Roast for 10 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and rotate the hens so that the breasts face down.
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Roast for 30 minutes longer.
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To check for doneness, prick the under side of the thighs with a sharp fork; if the juices run clear, the hens are done.
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Remove from the oven and let stand at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 70.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.4g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 12.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 12.7g5%
- Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
- Sugars 2.0g
- Protein 5.5g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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