Roasted Cornish Hen

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Step 2

Toss vegetables with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt & pepper to taste (add extra herbs if you'd like).

Step 3

Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and herbs in a small bowl. Brush hens with olive oil mixture. Twist wings to tuck under the bird.

Step 4

Place hens in a large casserole dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange the prepared vegetables around the hens and place in the oven. Reduce heat to 400°F.

Step 5

Bake 55-65 minutes or just until hens reach 165°F with a thermometer and vegetables are tender. (Ensure the thermometer does not touch the bone.)

Step 6

Remove from the oven and loosely tent with foil for 10 minutes before cutting.

Step 7

Cut hens in half using kitchen scissors and serve.