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Cornish Hens with Strawberry Glaze*

Source of Recipe


From "Intercourses: An Aphrodisiac Cookbook"



List of Ingredients



• 1/4 cup puréed strawberries
  
• 1/2 cup strawberry vinegar
  
• Zest of 1 lemon
  
• 2 tsp minced shallots
  
• Ground pepper to taste
  
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
  
• 2 Cornish hens, split
  
• Fresh strawberries and mint leaves for garnish, if desired
  






Instructions



1. Combine the puréed strawberries, vinegar, lemon zest, shallots, mint, and ground pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in the olive oil until well blended.
   
   
2. Marinate the Cornish hens in the strawberry mixture for 4 hours in the refrigerator.
   
   
3. Grill the hens, skin side down, over a hot fire, basting frequently with the marinade. Turn after 10 minutes. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until juices run clear. Garnish, if desired.
   
   Serves 2