Apple Glazed Cornish Hens Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Remove giblets from hens and throw away.
2. 2
   Rinse hens under cool water and pat dry.
3. 3
   Using a long, sharp knife, split the hens lengthwise.
4. 4
   You may also buy precut hens.
5. 5
   Place the hens, cavity side up, in a roasting pan.
6. 6
   Dilute 1/4 c. of the apple juice concentrate with the water.
7. 7
   Pour juice over the hens.
8. 8
   Bake uncovered at 350 F for 45 min.
9. 9
   Turn breast side up.
10. 10
    In a small pan over medium heat, combine the remaining apple juice concentrate, cornstarch and cinnamon; mix well.
11. 11
    Add in 2 lemon slices and continue cooking till thickened.
12. 12
    Remove from heat and brush hens with the sauce.
13. 13
    Return the hens to the oven and continue to bake for an additional 15 min.
14. 14
    Transfer the hens to a serving platter and garnish with remaining lemon slices.
15. 15
    NOTES :Prep: 10 minutes, Cook: 1:00.