Cornish Game Hens Flambé Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the pinnacle of sophistication with this exquisite dish. Nothing epitomizes elegance quite like these Cornish game hens flambé style. Elevate your dinner experience with the rich flavors and captivating presentation of this culinary masterpiece.

Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 711.8
- Fat Content: 21.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 433.9mg
- Sodium Content: 379.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 2g
- Protein Content: 96.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 1/2 cup fresh mushrooms
- 1 1/2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 2 to 4 tablespoons brandy
- 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme
- 6 Cornish game hens
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup dry sherry
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions:
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Prepare the Stuffing:
- Sauté the onion in butter until tender in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the mushrooms and ham to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender.
- Combine the mushroom mixture with rice, 2 to 4 tablespoons of brandy (to taste), marjoram, and thyme in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
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Prepare the Hens:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the giblets from the hens and set them aside for another use.
- Rinse the hens with cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the hens, ensuring they are evenly seasoned.
- Lightly stuff each hen with the prepared rice stuffing, then close the cavities and secure them with toothpicks.
- Truss the hens to maintain their shape during cooking.
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Bake the Hens:
- Place the hens breast side up in a large baking pan, making sure they fit comfortably without overcrowding.
- Bake the hens in the preheated oven for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, depending on their size. They should be golden brown and cooked through when done.
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Flambé the Hens:
- Once the hens are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the dry sherry and chicken broth.
- Heat the brandy in a separate saucepan over medium heat, being careful not to let it boil.
- Using caution, ignite the brandy with a long match, creating a flame.
- Carefully pour the flaming brandy over the cooked hens, allowing the flame to die down before serving.
- The flambéed hens are now ready to serve immediately, impressing your guests with both flavor and spectacle.
Keywords:
Rice, Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Healthy, High In…, Oven, Stove Top
Indulge in the luxurious flavors and elegant presentation of these Cornish game hens flambé. With a delectable stuffing and a dramatic finish, this dish is sure to become a highlight of your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the richness of flavor and the awe-inspiring spectacle as you create a dining experience to remember.