Peking Duck

Remove any fat from cavity of the duck. Put the duck in a bowl. Pour boiling water over it, then remove and dry inside and out.

Combine the sherry, honey and soy sauce, brush over the duck. Leave to stand, uncovered and a room temperature for 4 hours or until skin is dry.

Pre heat fan assisted oven to 180.

Place duck, breast side down, on a wire rack in a roasting tin. Roast for 25 mins or until browned. Turn over and roast for a further 1 hour - 1 hour 15 mins, or until tender.

When the duck is cooked leave to stand for approximately 15 mins.