Rock Cornish Hens with maple beurre blanc

• 2 Exceldor Rock Cornish Hens
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) store-bought smoked salt

Maple glaze

• ½ cup (125 ml) maple syrup
• 3 tbsp. (45 ml) white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) soy sauce

Maple beurre blanc

• 2 French shallots, minced
• ¼ cup (60 ml) ice cider*
• 2 tbsp. (30 ml) white balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp. (30 ml) maple syrup
• 1 cup (250 ml) cold butter, diced
• Salt and pepper

Thyme mashed potatoes

• 2.5 lb. Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large pieces
• 4 cups (1 liter) 2% milk
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 5 sprigs thyme (leaves only)
• 1 cup (250 ml) butter
• Salt and ground pepper

Beans and pancetta

• 400 g fresh green beans, tips removed
• 125 g diced pancetta
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) butter