Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
Memorial Day kicks off the summer season and that means just 15 weekends until labor day for us to pack it all in with friends and family. Start the celebrations with my favorite zesty grilled pork chops. They are marinated ahead so you can toss them in your cooler and head to the lake. If…
Spring flavors of fennel and leeks pair wonderfully in this easy appetizer. I love sautéing fennel because it mellows the anise flavor enough and makes for a silky texture. Fontina cheese has a mild, somewhat nutty flavor, while rich, herbaceous and fruity. It’s a great melting cheese. Serve these with a crisp dry Rose’ and…
My Mom is everything to me. She’s my champion. She’s always there for me–for my husband, for my kids. She is the definition of self-sacrificing. She also has a sense of humor that makes me laugh like no one else. Mother’s day is a time to be grateful for all those amazing Mom’s out there. …
Going to a Derby party this weekend? Hosting one? None of the above but you just want a really good slider to make? These Kentucky Hot Browns are an obvious choice for the Kentucky Derby. They were originally created in 1926 at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. They would feed late-night revelers at the…
…Not to be confused with Ina Gartens Engagement Chicken. Are you trying to get out of the dog house? Or maybe trying to woo someone special? This chicken dish really is worthy of marriage. A few years ago, Delish shared a version of a “Marry Me Chicken” after the editors devoured these crispy chicken thighs…
Indulgent. Decadent. Comforting. Homey. All the things you want an Easter side dish to be. Splurging during holidays is my M.O. and I think you should enjoy every luscious bite too. Scalloped potatoes differ from Au gratin in that the potatoes are sliced a little thicker and are covered with a cheesy bechamel sauce. I…
Roasted cauliflower is an obsession of mine. It’s so versatile—has so many possibilities. This recipe is also shockingly easy, beyond healthy, and SO addictive. My version here includes turmeric and cumin then finishes on a smooth, creamy, tangy feta spread. Oh yah–you need to make this soon. It’s full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins. This…
It’s never too early to fire up your grill when spring arrives. And it’s never too early for a margarita! Let’s combine all this goodness and make some Margarita-Marinated Steak Tacos. I love the combo of Tequila, Mexican beer, citrus flavors and the kick of chipotle peppers. The marinade turns into an amazing sauce to…
It’s the end of March and I am having major tomato withdrawal here in Minnesota. I’ve remedied myself with some sweet blistered cherry tomatoes that I’ve popped in the oven. These little gems are so incredibly easy and bursting with flavor. I grilled up some focaccia bread and added some creamy burrata (Italian cheese made…
This yogurt and spice marinated Moroccan grilled chicken is beyond delicious and so incredibly easy and fast! If you’ve never had pickled red onions before you’ll be wondering why. They add an amazing crunch and flavor and take only 5 minutes to put together. It doesn’t get any easier or more delicious than this grilled…
