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Roast Duck with Maple Glaze

December 18, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Whole roast duck arranged with cranberries and pomegranates on a serving platter.

     Roast Duck with Maple Glaze has crispy skin and juicy meat. The sweet flavors from maple syrup and fruit juice complement the taste of rich duck meat. A whole roast duck is an easy yet impressive main dish for your next special occasion or holiday dinner. Duck is not something most people eat every…

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Filed Under: Dinner, Poultry, Recipes Tagged With: duck, maple syrup

Panettone French Toast

November 20, 2019 by Tara Leung 1 Comment

Three slices of panettone French toast garnished with an orange slice with the panettone box in the background.

     Panettone French Toast is the best way to enjoy that sweet Italian panettone bread you have left over from Christmas, or to get in the holiday spirit as soon as panettone hit stores in November. This scrumptious international fusion breakfast highlights the sweet flavor of panettone with soft rich custard and crisp edges. Panettone…

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Recipes Tagged With: bread

Chicken Chasseur (Hunter’s Chicken)

September 25, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Two chicken thighs with mushrooms and sauce garnished with parsley.

     Chicken Chasseur, or Hunter’s Chicken, is made with chicken and mushrooms in a sauce flavored with white wine, cognac, tomato paste, shallots, garlic, and tarragon. This one-pot classic French dish takes its name from the old days when hunters would return home with game meat and freshly picked mushrooms, which were often prepared in…

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Filed Under: Dinner, French, Poultry, Recipes Tagged With: chicken, chicken thighs, mushrooms

Apple Fennel Salad with Apple Vinaigrette

September 18, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Close-up of apple fennel salad on a platter.

     Apple Fennel Salad stars apples and fennel, along with celery, parmesan cheese, and pumpkin seeds atop baby greens. Finish with tangy apple vinaigrette dressing for the ultimate fall salad. Looking for a nice green salad to go with the braised beef brisket I shared last week? This salad has great crisp texture from fresh…

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Filed Under: Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian Tagged With: apples, fennel

Braised Beef Brisket

September 11, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Braised Beef Brisket | WednesdayNightCafe.com

     Braised Beef Brisket is slow-cooked with apple cider, maple syrup, molasses, dried mushrooms, caramelized onions, and garlic, giving the brisket flat cut a complex depth of flavor. Prepare this hearty main dish ahead of time for easy entertaining and holiday dinners. I love making braised beef dishes when we have company over. Braised beef…

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Filed Under: Beef, Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: apple cider, brisket

Individual Apple Crisps

September 4, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Individual Apple Crisps| WednesdayNightCafe.com

     These individual apple crisps will delight your family and guests. Tender apple pieces lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg are covered with a hearty crumb topping. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for the ultimate fall dessert. Whether you’ve been apple picking or stocking up on apples from your local…

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Filed Under: Dessert, Recipes Tagged With: apples

Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs

August 28, 2019 by Tara Leung 1 Comment

Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs| WednesdayNightCafe.com

     Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs burst with fall flavor thanks to dried apple pieces and fresh sage. Applesauce and sage-infused olive oil keep these baked meatballs juicy, never dry. Hi folks, I’ve got an easy healthy dinner for you, perfect for busy weeknights and back-to-school. Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs are made with lean protein (from…

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Filed Under: Dinner, Poultry, Recipes Tagged With: apples, ground chicken

Bacon Fried Rice

July 17, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

Bacon Fried Rice | WednesdayNightCafe.com

   Bacon fried rice with eggs, kale, and umami-packed shiitake mushrooms. Fried rice picks up a ton of flavor when the rice is fried in bacon fat. Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This post was originally published on May 23, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on July 17, 2019….

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Filed Under: Asian, Dinner, Pork, Recipes Tagged With: bacon, eggs, kale, mushrooms, rice

Radish Salad with Cucumbers and Sugar Snap Peas

June 26, 2019 by Tara Leung Leave a Comment

     Radish Salad with Cucumbers and Sugar Snap Peas is a simple easy salad full of crunchy spring vegetables tossed in homemade vinaigrette. Great as a side dish for picnics and barbecues all summer long. I’ve been really enjoying this radish salad made with seasonal spring vegetables. I made it three times before I considered…

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Filed Under: Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian Tagged With: cucumber, radishes, sugar snap peas

Salmon BLTs

June 12, 2019 by Tara Leung 1 Comment

Salmon BLT

   Salmon BLTs are the perfect summer sandwich. Crispy bacon, vine-ripened tomatoes, and a fresh and creamy herb sauce go great with salmon fillets. This post was originally published on May 30, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on June 12, 2019. During our Alaska vacation in June 2017, I ate…

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Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes, Seafood Tagged With: bacon, salmon, tomatoes

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About Wednesday Night Cafe

  Hi, I’m Tara. This blog is where I share my recipes for special dinners. When I discover a new dish while traveling or come across something creative while dining out, I just have to recreate the recipe at home. I also love cooking my own versions of classic dishes. If you're new here, ...

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