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Glazed Cornish Hens

When you’re looking for a great dish to celebrate a special occasion, these glazed Cornish hens hit the mark. But make sure you prepare enough — your guests are sure to come back for seconds… and possibly thirds.
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Cuisine Continental

Servings 4 servings
Calories 1044.39 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 4 Cornish hens
  • 1/2 cup(s) melted butter
  • 1 Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup(s) whole cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup(s) orange marmalade
  • 1/2 cup(s) mandarin orange segments
  • 3 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon(s) finely chopped onion

Instructions

 

  • Rinse hens and pat dry.
  • Coat inside and out with butter.
  • Place hens on rack in shallow roasting pan.
  • Roast in preheated 425 oven for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 375 and roast 45 minutes longer, basting occasionally.
  • During last 20 minutes, brush hens with glaze several times.
  • Glaze again before serving.
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  • Ready in 1 hour and 25 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1044.39kcalCarbohydrates: 177.09gProtein: 17.32gFat: 30.41gSaturated Fat: 13.96gCholesterol: 140.79mgSodium: 673.88mgFiber: 1.84gSugar: 154.44g

Keyword Butter, Chicken, Christmas, Lemon
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