Ingredients:
1 package (6oz) long grain & wild rice
6 Cornish Game Hens (Fresh or Defrosted)
Salt & Pepper
1 jar (12oz) apricot preserves
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup orange flavored liqueur such as Grand Marnier
Directions:
1. Prepare rice according to package instructions.
If no seasoning pack is provided, season to taste with salt & pepper.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash hens, inside & out, pat dry.
Stuff hens loosely with cooked rice. Fold wings back and tie legs together.
Season outside lightly with salt & pepper. Place hens breast side up in shallow baking pan.
3. In a small saucepan, combine apricot preserves, butter, and liqueur.
Heat, stirring until well blended.
4. Baste hens with apricot glaze.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting frequently.
Remove from oven, let cool a few minutes, snip leg ties.
Serve with your favorite vegetable, salad, and maybe a nice bottle of wine.
Serves 6
Bon Appetit!