Maple-Brandy Glaze for Cornish Game Hens

This glaze gives a beautiful, burnished sheen that makes a stuffed bird even more special. It's also delicious on plain, unstuffed birds.


Maple-Brandy Glaze for Cornish Game Hens

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Servings: Enough to glaze six 1-1/2-pound hens.
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Ingredients
  • 1-1/2 cups
    apple juice
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  • 1 tablespoon
    molasses
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  • 3 tablespoons
    pure maple syrup
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  • 1/4 cup
    Calvados, applejack, or other brandy
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    ground nutmeg
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    ground allspice
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  • 2 tablespoons
    unsalted butter
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Directions
1.
In a small saucepan, boil the apple juice until reduced to 1/2 cup. Add the remaining ingredients and return to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 3 minutes.

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