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Title: Brandy-Orange Barbecued Hens
Categories: Poultry
Yield: 2 Servings

2 Fresh Cornish Game Hens
1 tb Vegetable Oil
2 tb Lemon Juice, divided
1/4 ts Ground Ginger, divided
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/4 c Orange Marmalade
1 tb Brandy

Prepare covered outdoor grill for cooking at least 1/2 hour before
grilling. Rinse hens and pat dry; with kitchen string tie drunsticks
together. Rub hens with oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice; sprinkle with
1/4 teaspoon ginger and salt and pepper to taste.

In a small bowl, combine marmalade, brandy, and remaining ginger, set
aside. Grill, covered, 5-6 inches over medium-hot coals 50-60 minutes.
After 40 minutes, brush hens with brandy-orange sauce. Cook until juices
run clear when thigh is pierced, basting 3 to 4 times. Serves 2 to 4

SOURCE: *Oneida Daily Dispatch SHARED BY: Jim Bodle 2/93

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