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PoultryTalk's Answer: They are so beautiful in my oppinion. They are very heavy and are short legged. Said to be excellent egg layers and broody hens. I doubt the hens they sell in stores dead for eating are true cornish. Probably the Cornish x Rock (Barred Rock, White Rock, etc) Cross breed. I ordered mine from McMurray, Been meaning to get photos. Maybe tomorrow I can. Mine are the dark cornish variety.
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What does the Cornish of cornish game hen mean?
Cornish, as in Cornish game hen, refers to the county of Cornwall in England. The Cornish chicken is native to Cornwall.
What is the primary difference between a Cornish hen and an ordinary chicken?
The Cornish hen, or Cornish Game Hen is actually a small chicken. The primary difference between a Cornish hen and a chicken is the age at which they are processed. Cornish hens are typically butchered around 5-6 weeks, and under 2 pounds in weight. Fryer chickens are processed around 13 weeks of age.
How can a cornish game hen be cooked if it is stuffed?
One way a cornish game hen can be cooked if it is stuffed is by filling the hen with the stuffing then sprinkle it with spices like garlic or salt. The hen can then be baked in the oven at 325-400 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, basting every 15 minutes.
What food rhymes with jen?
only one I can think of is hen.... Cornish hen
What does a Cornish hen look like?
A Cornish hen is a small breed of chicken that typically weighs around 2 pounds when mature. They have a plump, rounded body with short legs and a squat appearance. Their feathers can vary in color, ranging from white to dark brown.
Can you refreeze a thawed out cornish hen?
yes
A cornish game hen is really the young of what sort of bird?
A chicken, specifically a Cornish chicken although often crossed with other breeds. Despite the name, they are not a 'game bird' (hunted) but a domestic breed, and are not necessarily hens as both male and female chickens are served.
What is a game hen?
A game hen is a small chicken that is usually under 2 pounds in weight. It is often more flavorful and tender compared to larger chickens, making it a popular choice for roasting or grilling. Game hens are often served individually as a single portion.
Is it possible to be allergic to chicken but not Cornish hen?
NO. Most Cornish hen these days is just a very young chicken. It is all poultry. Demand for "rock Cornish hen" is high and restaurents are supplied with immature meat birds of either gender. If you are "alergic" to poultry, you would react to cornish hen as well.
How do you cook frozen cornish game hen?
Long enuf
Can cornish hen be kept out in the winter?
Most tight feathered breeds like the cornish prefer to stay in during the winter. They are not as well feathered as some of the other dual purpose hens.
Where should the thermometer be places in a cornish game hen to tell if it done?
When cooking a Cornish game hen, the thermometer should be inserted into the thigh. The stuffing inside should read 165F to be considered done.
