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this month Chicken chow mein

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Cosy up with an old favourite

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 5 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 5 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin seeds400g can cherry tomatoes200g fresh cherry tomatoes2 garlic clovessmall bunch of parsleysmall bunch of basil

One for the weekend, as this aromatic roast requires a bit of planning, but it’s worth the wait. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS, PLUS 2 DAYS BRINING AND DRYING COOK 2 HR ✱ 1.8kg whole duck ✱ ½tbsp fine salt ✱

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