Cold sesame noodles

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By The Happy Pear (thehappypear.ie) Serves 6 | Prep 10 mins | Cook 20 mins FOR THE MACARONI 300g wholewheat or gluten-free macaroni FOR THE PUMPKIN CHEESE SAUCE 300g pumpkin purée or freshly cooked pu

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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this month Chicken chow mein

By National Rice Week 2025 (riceassociation.org.uk) Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 30 mins 300g basmati rice2 medium aubergines, sliced in halflengthwise and scored2 tbsp white miso paste1 tbsp maple