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Default Clarification: Cornish Hens (change of subject)

cshenk wrote:
> jmcquown wrote:
>
>> On 6/15/2021 7:54 PM, jmcquown wrote:
>>> On 6/15/2021 12:10 AM, Michael Trew wrote:
>>>>> Michael Trew wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I have never bought a cornish hen before.Â* Is there any
>>>> flavor/texture difference when cooked, or is it just the size?Â
>>>> I won't waste any whole chicken - every bit of it's used.
>>>>
>>> I tend to treat Cornish hens like mini-turkeys.Â* With homemade
>>> cornbread "stuffing" or simply have the cornbread "dressing" baked
>>> in a loaf pan on the side.Â* You wouldn't get a lot out of one in
>>> terms of "stock" but you can definitely eat the entire thing.Â* And
>>> have some nice side dishes to go along with it.
>>>
>>> Jill

>>
>> When I say you can eat the entire thing I mean cornish hens aren't
>> scrawny as has been alleged. Lots of meat on those bones. The ones
>> I buy are enough for a couple of meals.
>>
>> Jill

>
> Yup. Very meaty for the size.
>


Yes, Like overweight sparrows.