Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
This is quickly becoming our new favorite weeknight dinner. Udon noodles, crunchy veggies and a spicy gochujang dressing add flavor, kick and a fast solution to your weeknight dinner. Gochujang is a staple ingredient in Korean cooking and is readily available in most grocery stores. Made with red chile paste, it’s spicy, pungent in flavor…
I think a crispy on the outside–juicy on the inside roast chicken is one of the best dishes you can master. Why? Because it’s one of the homiest, tastiest, feel good dinners ever. I’ve tried so many roast chicken recipes over the years and I’ve finally perfected my favorite. This pan sauce is like liquid…
Tonja is extremely excited to participate in the Women Who Inspire event on October 11th in Edina, Minnesota and she would love to see you there! Not only will Tonja be a panelist at the event, she will also be sharing samples of two NEW holiday appetizers! Women Who Inspire is truly a great opportunity…
This recipe packs a big punch in very little time and will satisfy everyone on a busy weeknight. Bolognese is a rich meaty tomato sauce with a mirepoix of onions carrots and celery. Red pepper flakes give it heat but feel free to eliminate them if that’s not your thing. I like using a smaller noodle…
These are the ultimate fall dessert and will be a favorite at your next potluck, dinner party, or whatever fall gathering you are attending. I made these extra moist, and they have just a hint of cinnamon so the pumpkin is the star of the show (more vitamin A for everyone)! These will be gone…
There is nothing better than fresh Minnesota walleye. I made the most of ours with a shore lunch batter and then added these super easy pickled vegetables and some Sriracha mayo. A toasted brioche bun adds a final layer to this amazing sandwich. I can’t say enough about the pickled carrots, radishes, and cucumber. I…
How can I go crazy over a 5 ingredient appetizer? Sometimes it’s simply in the technique and the fresh ingredients. This humble tapas originated in northern Spain, in the region of Catalonia. This recipe is a perfect end-of-summer dish and the simplicity and restraint result in a wonderful appetizer I would make for a party or…
We are all looking for ways to make weeknight dinners healthy, fast and tasty. I hate skimping on flavor for the sake of time. This dinner checks all the boxes and is a cinch to throw together. The garlic becomes a soft spread after it cooks and the juices meld into a lemony white wine…
Ok there–I said it. FRIED CHICKEN. In a brine of buttermilk and pickle juice. I don’t know what it will take for you to make this but I promise you can do it. You really can. Just start working out now. It’s worth every bite. You also have to pour Louisiana hot sauce over the…
Who says you can’t eat burgers in a bikini? Liven up your next beach party or backyard BBQ with these lean and luscious turkey burgers. They are a great alternative to ground chuck when you want to lighten things up but still crave the flavor of a juicy burger. I’ve added some minced red onion, Worcestershire,…
