Cryptic crossword clue
Johnson’s deal was so half-baked? 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word OVEN-READY

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What does OVEN-READY mean?

OVEN-READY adjective
  1. Ready for the oven; already suitably prepared for cooking in an oven.
  2. Ready to be implemented or put into place.

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