Get a little corny. This easy, elegant meal is perfect for a special occasion. These cornish hens basted in a wine and herb marinade really do the trick. Bring fine-dining home and enjoy.
Barbecued Cornish Hens with Herbs
Barbecued Cornish Hens with Herbs
Ingredients
For 2 people
2Cornish hens
1 tablespoon(s) herb blend seasoning
9 teaspoon(s) fresh lemon juice
4 floz dry wine
1/4 cup(s) light tasting olive oil
2garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 teaspoon(s) Basic Herb Blend
12 teaspoon(s) dry rosemary
12 teaspoon(s) dried basil
2 tablespoon(s) dried marjoram
2 tablespoon(s) garlic powder
2 tablespoon(s) dried thyme
3 teaspoon(s) kosher salt
1 teaspoon(s) crushed bay leaves
1 tablespoon(s) dried sage
2 teaspoon(s) onion powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
Directions
Using poultry scissors, cut backbone from hens, then cut, separating breasts, halving hens. Place in a glass 13-by-9-inch baking dish. In a blender combine all other ingredients and process until well blended. Pour over hens, turning hens to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 48 hours. Spray grill with vegetable cooking spray. Preheat to high. Once preheated, turn gas to medium-high and place hens, skin-side-down on grill. Close cover and grill 8 to 10 minutes, turn and grill another 8 to 10 minutes, basting occasionally.
Basic Herb Blend:
Place all ingredients in blender container and process until ground fine and well mixed. Store in a zip-lock bag or airtight container.