Name: Flattened Cornish Game Hens with Garlic-Citrus Marinade
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme plus additional sprigs for garnish; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 2 teaspoons grated lime peel; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 Cornish game hens (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds each), halved lengthwise; Lemon and lime wedges

A delicious entrée that's easy enough for a weekday dinner, yet pretty enough for a dinner party. Serve with: Stir-fried summer squash and red peppers, couscous salad, and seeded Italian bread.

Market tip:

Asking the butcher to halve the game hens saves you a step.

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