Apple Sausage Stuffed Cornish Hens Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Remove from heat and let it cool.
• STEP 3.In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, diced apples, breadcrumbs, thyme, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 4.Rinse the Cornish hens and pat them dry with paper towels.
• STEP 5.Stuff each hen with the sausage and apple mixture, then tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
• STEP 6.Place the hens on a baking sheet and brush them with melted butter.
• STEP 7.Roast the hens in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• STEP 8.Remove the hens from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the stuffed Cornish hens with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the sausage thoroughly before stuffing the hens.
• You can use any type of sausage you prefer, such as pork, chicken, or turkey sausage.
• If you don't have kitchen twine, you can use toothpicks to secure the legs of the hens.
• To check the internal temperature of the hens, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh without touching the bone.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover stuffed Cornish hens can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the hens in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Serve the stuffed Cornish hens as a main course with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.