Cornish Hens w/Raisin-Rice Pilaf
Four - 1 1/2 pound Cornish Hens 1/4 cup of brandy 1/2 cup of unsweetened Apple Juice 1 teaspoon of Paprika 1 Raisin Rice Pilaf Carrot Curls & Strips Celery Leaves (Opt) Rice Pilaf 1/4 cup of raisins 1/2 cup of brandy 1 1/3 cup of cooked wild rice 1 1/3 cup of diced carrots 2/3 cup of diced Celery 1 teaspoon of cinnamon Vegetable Cooking Spray Remove giblets from hens; Discard. Rinse the hens under cold, running water & pat dry. Remove the skin & trim the excess fat. Split the hens in half lengthwise. Place the hens, meaty side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Combine the brandy, apple juice, and paprika in a bowl. Stir well. Brush the hens with mixture. Bake at 350ºF. for 1 hour or until the juice run clear. basting every 15 minutes. Serve With Raisin-Rice Pilaf. Garnish With Carrot Curls & Strips & Celery leaves |