| | Roasted Cornish Hens (For a crowd) 1 pound of butter, melted 1 1/2 cups of lemon juice 2 teaspoons of garlic salt 1/4 cup of paprika 1 tablespoon of oregano 1 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper Lemon pepper and seasoned salt to taste 1/2 cup of white wine 1 tablespoon of liquid smoke 14 to 15 Cornish game hens |
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In a large bowl, combine and mix all ingredients, except Cornish hens. Place hens in shallow dishes and pour the mixture over them. Marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Remove from the marinade. Roast in a 350ºF. oven for 1 hour, basting several times with reserved marinade. They may also be cooked slowly on a grill for 1 1/4 hours, brushing frequently with marinade. Makes 12 - 16 servings |