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Whole Cornish Hens
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Approximate cooking time in hours and minutes.

  Whole Cornish Hens
(22-32 ozs)
Baking (350°F)1 hour.
(stuffed-350°F) 75 min.
Broiling/ Direct Grilling (we suggest that the hens be cut in half for these cooking methods) 35-45 min.
MICROWAVE COOKING
Microwave Setting (med-high)
Cooking/Standing Time
(for combined total weight) 		6-10 min./lb.
standing time 10 min.

*If stuffed, add 15-20 minutes to roasting time. Timing based on fresh hens. If frozen, defrost in refrigerator, allowing 1 day.

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