FRICASSEE OF CORNISH GAME HENS WITH WALNUTS AND MINT

Steps:

• Heat oil in large wide pot over medium heat. Working in batches, add hens and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer hens to large bowl. Add onions and garlic to drippings in pot; saute 10 minutes. Finely grind walnuts and 1 tablespoon mint in processor. Add nut mixture to onion mixture. Mix in tomato paste, then wine and 1 cup water. Return hens to pot. Cover; simmer 20 minutes. Turn hens over; simmer uncovered until cooked through, about 20 minutes longer. Transfer hens to platter. Tent with foil. Boil liquid in pot until reduced to sauce consistency, about 10 minutes. Pour over hens. Garnish with mint sprigs.