Roast Cornish Game Hens With Savory Fruit Stuffing

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Don't remember where i got this recipe, but i have tried it many times and it is delicious! This is a recipe for one. Combine this with some garlic mashed potatoes, romaine with parmesan dressing, and a raspberry crème fraiche puff and you have yourself a complete dinner for one!!

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Steps

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Thaw hen , if frozen.

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Rinse hen with cold water and pat dry.

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For stuffing , in a small saucepan combine water and margarine or butter.

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Cook until margarine melts.

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Remove from heat.

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Stir in croutons , fruit bits , onion , and bouillon granules.

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Spoon stuffing into body cavity.

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Combine mayonnaise and poultry seasoning.

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Coat hen with mayonnaise mixture.

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Place hen , breast side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.

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Roast , uncovered , in a 375 degree f oven for 1 to 1-1 / 4 hours or until drumstick moves easily in socket.

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Meanwhile , in a small saucepan combine cranberries , brown sugar , and orange juice concentrate.

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Bring to boiling.

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Reduce heat and simmer , uncovered , for 3 to 5 minutes or until cranberry skins pop.

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Serve with cranberry sauce , if desired.

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Ingredients

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cornish hens, water, margarine, onion-flavored croutons, dried fruit, green onion, instant chicken bouillon granules, mayonnaise, poultry seasoning, fresh cranberries, brown sugar, frozen orange juice concentrate