Orange Ginger Cornish Hens

Orange Ginger Cornish Hens

Easy to make Cornish hens and the gravy is to die for!

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Ingredients

• 3 Cornish game hens
• 1 tbs honey
• 1 rounded tbs cornstarch
• salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the marinade:

• 1 1/2 cups orange juice
• 3 large garlic cloves crushed
• 2 tbs olive oil
• 4 tbs soy sauce
• 1 tbs chopped sage plus extra leaves to garnish
• 2 tsp thyme leaves
• 1 tbs coarsely grated fresh ginger

Instructions

1. First cut the backbone out of each Cornish hen. Place the birds, breast-side down, on a chopping board and, using a sharp pair of kitchen scissors or shears, cut along either side of the bone to remove completely. Turn over and flatten the hens by pressing down with your hand over the breast bone.
2. Combine all the marinade ingredients and place in a large, resealable freezer bag with the hens. Seal the bag and leave to marinate in the fridge for about 24 hours.
3. When you’re ready to cook, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200C).
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Original Recipe Article From bakeatmidnite.com

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