Garlic & Rosemary Cornish Hens

Step 1: Preheat oven to 450f.

Step 2: Rub each hen all over with olive oil (use apprx 1 tablespoon for all 4 hens).

Step 3: Cut one lemon into 4 wedges. Place a wedge of lemon, a medium size sprig of rosemary and 4 cloves of garlic in the cavity of each hen.

Step 4: Season hens with salt & pepper.

Step 5: Place the hens in a large roasting pan and arrange the remaining garlic cloves around them.

Step 6: Roast in pre-heated 450f oven for 25 minutes

Step 7: Reduce heat to 350f.

Step 8: Mix together the wine, broth, and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Pour over the hens

Step 9: Baste the hens several times with the wine mixture.

Step 10: Continue roasting further 25 minutes or until the hens are golden and juices run clear.

Step 11: Transfer hens to a cutting board and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 12: Continue boiling the pan juices for apprx. 6 minutes or until they are sauce consistency.

Step 13: Cut the hens in half and arrange on heated plates.

Step 14: Spoon sauce with the garlic cloves over the hens.

Step 15: Cut remaining lemon in slices and place a slice on the plates with the hen.

Step 16: Garnish with a small rosemary sprig and enjoy.