Mildly sweet and tangy, nectarine sauce is especially good with grilled poultry or pork. It adheres nicely to Cornish hens, adding more flavor to every bite.
—TASTE OF HOME TEST KITCHEN
PREP: 15 MIN. GRILL: 20 MIN. MAKES: 2 SERVINGS
2 medium nectarines, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons thawed orange juice concentrate
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 Cornish game hen (20 to 24 ounces), split lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1. In a food processor, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process until smooth.
2. In a small skillet, saute the onion in oil until tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the nectarine mixture and bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute.
3. Sprinkle hen with salt and pepper. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill hen, covered, over medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 180° in the thigh; turn and baste occasionally with sauce.