Nectarine Glazed Cornish Hens

Our white nectarine jam, Rose to the Grindstone, makes a wonderful glaze for Cornish hens, with sherry vinegar and white wine providing an added tang. As the glaze reduces the flavors intensify creating a sweet + savory combination you won’t be able to put down.

Yield: 4 servings
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

• 2 Cornish game hens, split lengthwise
• ½ cup Rose to the Grindstone
• 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
• 2 teaspoon soy sauce
• ¼ cup white wine
• salt and pepper

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Place the halved hens breast side down on a baking sheet lined with foil and season with salt & pepper.
3. In a small bowl combined Rose to the Grindstone, sherry vinegar, soy sauce, and white wine.
4. Coat the hens with the glaze mixture using a basting brush.
5. Bake for 20 minutes and remove from oven.
6. Flip hens over and coat the other side with glaze mixture.
7. Return hens to over and bake for 20-30 minutes.
8. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.