Rose Petal Sauce for Hens

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Prep: 8 min
Cook: 12 min
Ready In: 20 min

“Like Water for Chocolate? This rose petal sauce works great on Cornish hens or even chicken. Just prepare hens by method of choice - I bake them with salt and freshly ground pepper-” - by Elle

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground anise seed
3 prickly pears (cactus fruit), peeled and chopped
12 red or pink organic roses' petals
1 cup chopped walnuts
3 cups chicken broth, or as needed
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste

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Directions

Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add garlic, and saute until fragrant, 2 or 3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and anise, and cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
In the container of a blender or food processor, combine the prickly pears, rose petals (reserving a few for garnish) and walnuts. Pour in just enough broth to cover. Cover, and process until smooth.
Pour the rose petal mixture into the saucepan with the garlic. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring gently. If the sauce is too thick, add more broth as needed. Mix in the honey, then taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper or anise if desired. Serve poured over poultry, garnishing with a few rose petals.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
203 cal
10%

Fat
16.2 g
25%

Carbs
14.2 g
5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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queenie74

Dec. 29, 2007

"I loved the book and movie 'Like Water for Chocolate' and I love this delicious and magical recipe! Supposedly, it has aphrodisiac side effects, so a wonderful idea for Valentine's dinner with your s..." See moreweetie!"

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