Cajun Cornish Game Hens

This is an easy way to spice up a Cornish hen.

• Ready In: 24 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  ounces  hot smoked sausage, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup long grain white rice
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can  del monte diced tomatoes with onion and garlic
• 1⁄2 cup  sliced green onion
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped green bell pepper
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 4 (20 ounce)  rock cornish hens
• 1  tablespoon butter, melted

Directions

1. Brown sausage in saucepan. Stir in rice; cook 2 minutes.
2. Add undrained tomatoes, onions, pepper, garlic and thyme. Bring to boil. Cover; simmer 20 minutes (rice will be firm).
3. Rinse hens; drain well. Stuff with rice mixture. Place breast side up on rack in shallow pan. Brush with butter.
4. Bake at 375°F 1 hour or until done.