Description
An elegant and delicious dish perfect for dinner parties, featuring Cornish game hens seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Salted butter (softened for easy mixing)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary (minced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 large Lemons (sliced into wedges)
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme (minced)
- 4 each Cornish game hens
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced rosemary, minced garlic, and minced thyme.
- Pat the Cornish game hens dry with paper towels.
- Season the hens inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Rub the herb butter mixture all over the hens, making sure to get under the skin for better flavor.
- Place the lemon wedges inside each hen.
- Arrange the hens in a roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the hens rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a twist, try adding orange slices instead of lemon or use a spice rub with paprika and cumin.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American