Cornish Hens with Raisin-Rice Pilaf

4 (1 1/2 Lb. Cornish Hens

1/4 c Brandy

1/2 c Unsweetened Apple Juice

1 ts Paprika

1 Raisin Rice Pilaf

Carrot Curls & Strips Celery Leaves (Opt) ---------------------------------RICE PILAF--------------------------------- 1/4 c Raisins

1/2 c Brandy

1 1/3 c Cooked Wild Rice

1 1/3 c Diced Carrots

2/3 c Diced Celery

1 ts Cinnamon

Vegetable Cooking Spray Remove Giblets From Hens; Discard. Rinse Hens Under Cold, Running water & Pat Dry. Remove Skin & Trim Excess Fat. Split Hens in Half lengthwise. Place Hens, Meaty Side Up On A Rack in A Roasting Pan. Combine Brandy, Apple Juice, Paprika in A Bowl. Stir Well. Brush Hens With Mixture. Bake At 350 Degrees For 1 Hour OR Until Juices Run Clear, Basting Every 15 Min.

Serve With Rasin-Rice Pilaf. Garnish With Carrot Curls & Strips &