Cookshack

• 2 Cornish game hens
• 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed

Combine olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, garlic and herbs. Pour mixture over the cleaned game hens and refrigerate 1 - 2 hours, turning occasionally.

Cut 3 carrots and 2 celery ribs into strips and thinly slice 2 red onions. Remove game hens from marinade. Salt and pepper inside and outside. Stuff cavity of each equally with vegetables. Smoke-cook at 225F for 2 - 3 hours or until juices run clear.

Recommended wood: apple


Yield: 4 servings