Rub inside of hen with salt.

Sprinkled with pepper.

Stuff bird lightly with filling.

Close opening with skewers and laced string.

Rub outside of stuffed chicken with melted shortening.

Salt and pepper, then place in roasting pan.

Add water.

Baste with drippings every 20 minutes.

Bake at 350° allowing 30 minutes per pound.

Test for doneness by twisting drumstick to see if it moves easily or by inserting fork in fleshy part of thigh.

If the juice runs clear, chicken should be done.