Cornish hens with raisin-rice pilaf

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4(1 1/2 Lb. Cornish Hens
¼cupBrandy
½cupUnsweetened Apple Juice
1teaspoonPaprika
¼cupRaisins
½cupBrandy
1⅓cupCooked Wild Rice
1⅓cupDiced Carrots
1Raisin Rice Pilaf
Carrot Curls & Strips
Celery Leaves (Opt)
cupDiced Celery
1teaspoonCinnamon
Vegetable Cooking Spray

Directions

RICE PILAF

Remove Giblets From Hens; Discard. Rinse Hens Under Cold, Running water & Pat Dry. Remove Skin & Trim Excess Fat. Split Hens in Half lengthwise. Place Hens, Meaty Side Up On A Rack in A Roasting Pan.

Combine Brandy, Apple Juice, Paprika in A Bowl. Stir Well. Brush Hens With Mixture. Bake At 350 Degrees For 1 Hour OR Until Juices Run Clear, Basting Every 15 Min.

Serve With Rasin-Rice Pilaf. Garnish With Carrot Curls & Strips &