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flaming birds

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Recipe by
Sunshine Moe
@MsNRG
Algona, WA

It's quite a show when the birds are served flaming and the lights are dimmed. Very romantic.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For flaming birds

  • 2
    rock cornish game hens, defrosted if frozed
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/4 c
    cooking sherry
  • 1/4 c
    brandy
  • salt and pepper or chicken seasoning to taste

How To Make flaming birds

  • 1
    Remove giblets from frozen birds and discard or save for another use
  • 2
    Melt butter in a heavy skillet with heat proof handles. Season birds with salt and pepper, then brown lightly all over in butter, turning frequently. About 20 minutes
  • 3
    When hens are browned add sherry to the pan and transfer it to the oven. Roast birds 45 to 60 minutes, until they are tender basting often.
  • 4
    Transfer hens to a heated and heat proof serving dish. Warm brandy in a small saucepan and ignite it. Pour quickly over hens and serve flaming.
  • 5
    If you cannot get Rock Cornish hens you can use squab, small chickens or quail. Just adjust the cooking time per size / pounds of birds.
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