Flaming Sherried Rock Cornish Game Hens - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 rock cornish game hens, defrosted if frozen
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup sherry wine
1/4 cup brandy
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Remove giblets from defrosted birds and discard.
Melt butter in a heavy skillet with heat-proof handle.
Season hens with salt and pepper.
Brown hens lightly all over in the butter, turning frequently, about 20 minutes.
When hens are browned, add sherry to the pan and transfer it to the oven.
Roast the hens 45 - 60 minutes, until they are tender, basting often.
Transfer hens to heated and heat-proof serving dish.
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Warm brandy in a small sauce pan and ignite it with a long handled match.
Pour over the hens and serve flaming.