Smothered Hen

Description
In Romanian: Gaina inabusita

Ingredients

 * 1 big hen
 * 1 tablespoon lard
 * salt
 * a little garlic

Directions

 * 1) Salt the hen and place in a pan with melted lard.
 * 2) Fry on all sides, add 4 – 5 tablespoons of water or chicken broth, cover and simmer.
 * 3) Occasionally turn the hen and if the liquid is too reduced, add 1 – 2 tablespoons of water.
 * 4) At the end, you may add a little crushed garlic.
 * 5) Serve with french fries and green lettuce or cucumber salad.