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2 ways through a glut of plum, which is ready now. Sides, mains, preserves for the ones you can't eat fast enough.
A spectacular summer dessert of crisp meringue piled high with softly whipped cream and topped with plums that have been roasted in red wine and star anise until jammy and intensely flavoured. The tartness of the plums cuts perfectly through the sweetness of the pavlova. This is a show-stopping centrepiece for any celebration.
2 h · challenging · PlumRich, fall-apart duck legs braised slowly with star anise and soy until the meat is deeply flavoured and tender, finished with a glossy plum sauce made from fresh British plums. Duck and plum is a classic combination, and this version is easy enough for a weeknight but special enough for a dinner party. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
2 h · medium · PlumPlum coming out of your ears?
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