Honey Game Hens

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse hens, trim off excess fat, and pat dry; place in bowl.
2. 2
   Put garlic and ginger in food processor and process until nearly smooth.
3. 3
   In another bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, oil, orange juice, and zest. Add the garlic and ginger.
4. 4
   Pour mixture over game hens, coating well. Refrigerate overnight, turning in marinade several times.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
6. 6
   Place game hens in shallow roasting pan; pour marinade on top.
7. 7
   Bake for 1 hour, basting every 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove hens to serving platter.
9. 9
   Pour cooking juices into small, heavy saucepan and boil for 4 minutes, or until sauce thickens.
10. 10
    Pour over hens just before serving.
11. 11
    Serve with sesame noodles or rice pilaf.
12. 12
    These hens can also be grilled; just remember to baste often.