(ARA) - Football season is underway and for the next several months, the delicious smells of food cooked on the grill will be wafting in the air. But it won't just be burgers and brats you're smelling. These days, people are being more adventurous, traveling down their grocer's freezer aisles to find other options.

At your next backyard gathering, push the buns aside and consider grilling up a Cornish Game Hen, which can help backyard chefs break out of their grilling rut. Cornish Game Hens allow chefs to experiment beyond the ordinary to create delicious meals that are customizable for even the pickiest eaters in the bunch. With the help of an easy marinade or a dash of seasoning, people can enjoy a gourmet-style meal with great visual appeal that doesn't require extra time and effort, leaving the chef plenty of time to relax with friends and family.

Other great finds in the frozen food aisle include Tyson Individually Fresh Frozen Chicken Wings in flavors such as Tequila Lime and Hot'n Spicy. These pre-seasoned wings can go straight from the package directly to the grilling rack to the plate -- your guests will never have to know that you didn't make the marinade yourself! With a resealable bag, you can cook what you want and store the rest for next grill session.

Try the following recipe and visit www.tyson.com for more tasty ideas!

Chef's Choice Seasoned Cornish Hens

Ingredients:
4 Tyson Rock Cornish Game Hens, thawed
Olive Oil Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil
Your favorite seasoning blend -- such as Lemon Pepper or Italian

Preparation Instructions:
Preheat grill to medium-high. Wash hands. Coat hens with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil. Sprinkle with seasonings to taste.

Place hens on grill. Cover and grill 30 to 40 minutes, turning frequently with tongs. Cover and grill 30 to 40 minutes longer or until done (internal temp 180 degrees F).

Serving Suggestion: Serve with grilled vegetables and bread. Refrigerate leftovers.

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