Ingredients:
This is simply amazing!! Whenever you get that craving for some good BBQ what do you do?? Well if the weather's right you pull out that pit, get the lighter fluid blah blah blah blah blah. STOP!!! Why are you doing all of that when you have an oven that works rain or shine 24/7???? Don't underestimate your oven it can be your best friend! These cornish hens are no different the keys to making BBQ in the oven is low and slow. Never had a conish hen or don't like them try it this way. Not only are they flavorful but also cute for a romantic dinner. They are small and everyone can get their own. The best thing you can do when serving someone dinner is make something just for them. They'll feel so special!!
2 cornish hens
1 TBSP-salt
1 TBSP-pepper
1 TBSP-garlic powder
1 to 2 TBSP-olive oil or vegetable oil
The seasonings and oil can be adjusted to you taste.
1/2 a bottle of your favorite barbecue sauce.
PREHEAT OVEN 300
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Preparation:
1. Wash and prepare the outside and open cavity of the hens like you would a turkey or chicken.
2. Pat dry.
Seasonings....
3. Coat the hens with oil inside and out.
4. Repeat with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cooking.......
5. Bake uncovered until just brown.
6. Baste with BBQ sauce, cover with foil and continue cooking.
7. Repeat about every 30 minutes until done.
8. Total cooking time is about 2 hours.
9. Remove foil, let meat rest for 20 minutes, and enjoy!!!
COOKING TIPS:
*Always let meat rest at least 20 minutes so that all the flavor and juices stay with the meat.
*Don't let the dark color fool you, it's not burned that all flavor lol!!
*Covering meat with foil while cooking will keep it from getting too brown.
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