Cornish Hens With Raisin-rice Pilaf

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Title: CORNISH HENS WITH RAISIN-RICE PILAF
Categories: Poultry, Rice
Yield: 8 servings

4 (1 1/2 Lb. Cornish Hens
1/4 c Brandy
1/2 c Unsweetened Apple Juice
1 ts Paprika
1 Raisin Rice Pilaf
Carrot Curls & Strips
Celery Leaves (Opt)

---------------------------------RICE PILAF---------------------------------
1/4 c Raisins
1/2 c Brandy
1 1/3 c Cooked Wild Rice
1 1/3 c Diced Carrots
2/3 c Diced Celery
1 ts Cinnamon
Vegetable Cooking Spray

Remove Giblets From Hens; Discard. Rinse Hens Under Cold, Running water
&
Pat Dry. Remove Skin & Trim Excess Fat. Split Hens in Half lengthwise.
Place Hens, Meaty Side Up On A Rack in A Roasting Pan. Combine Brandy,
Apple Juice, Paprika in A Bowl. Stir Well. Brush Hens With Mixture. Bake At
350 Degrees For 1 Hour OR Until Juices Run Clear, Basting Every 15 Min.
Serve With Rasin-Rice Pilaf. Garnish With Carrot Curls & Strips &

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