Braised Cornish Hens Recipe
"Cornish game hens are filled with a potato, apple, and turnip stuffing and braised in a Calvados apple brandy pan sauce. If you are unable to use alcohol or just do not have it on hand, read the Notes at the end of the recipe for substitutions...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups chicken broth, divided use
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14 ounces turnips, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (may substitute red or Yukon Gold potatoes)
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1 Golden Delicious apple, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1/2 onion, peeled and chopped
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon fresh-grated nutmeg
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1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary
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12 ounces baking potatoes, baked until tender
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1 teaspoon butter
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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3 (about 20 ounces each) Cornish hens
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1 Tablespoon (about) browning sauce (such as Gravy Master or Kitchen Bouquet)
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1 Tablespoon butter
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1 Tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 cup Calvados, Applejack, or brandy (see Notes)
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1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
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Additional chicken broth
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Red and green apple wedges and watercress for garnish
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