Cooking space in a RV is small, so cook a small bird!  This recipe is easy and quick to make and offers up a southwestern spice taste. 

Pair it up with the Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing and you've got a New Mexican Christmas dinner.

1 Tablespoon garlic puree

1/2 cup olive oil

1/2 cup lemon juice

1 Tablespoon ground coriander seeds

1 Tablespoon ground cumin

1/2 cup loosely packed fresh oregano leaves (or 2-1/2 tablespoons dried oregano)

1 Tablespoon salsa (or 1 teaspoon cayenne)

Salt to taste

4 whole game hens

Sour cream and salsa for garnish

1 avocado, sliced

Preparation:

For sauce, blend garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, coriander, cumin, oregano, and salsa until smooth. Add salt to taste.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Split Cornish game hens, drizzle both sides with sauce, and bake approximately 45 minutes in shallow pan, skin side up. Baste often.

To serve, garnish with sour cream, salsa, and avocado.