Lemon And Herb Cornish Hens

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3 cornish hens, split (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 lb each)
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried whole thyme, crushed
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
• 2 teaspoons dried whole rosemary, crushed
• 1 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 place the split hens in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
• 2 combine the lemon juice and the remaining ingredients; stir well with a wire whisk. pour the marinade mixture over the hens. cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, turning occasionally.
• 3 prepare your grill so that you have medium-hot coals (350 to 400 degrees).
• 4 drain the hens, reserving the marinade. place the marinade in a small saucepan. bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
• 5 grill the hens over medium-hot coals (350 to 400 degrees) for 30 minutes or until done, turning and basting occasionally with the marinade.