Orange-Glazed Cornish Hens
One year, I served this recipe and got nothing but raves. My family prefers these moist glazed hens instead of turkey.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup grated orange zest
- 4 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
- GLAZE:
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
