Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
This might be the easiest most versatile recipe I have ever given you. Overnight oats, plus 4 ingredients and a grab-it-out-of-the-fridge situation meets all your “I’m in a hurry” needs. You can literally put whatever fruit or nuts you want to on top. Just keep the oats to milk ratio the same. Don’t drink milk? …
With all the entertaining we do over the holidays, my goal is to create incredibly flavorful but easy recipes for you—mission accomplished. I love the versatility of this recipe. It can be served formally on a big platter or made up into wonderful buffet-style sandwiches. Taking time to crush the fennel seeds and red pepper…
I’m a traditionalist when it comes to Thanksgiving—I like the the standard fare reminiscent of my childhood. So I always assume my readers have their family favorites too and don’t need a lot of help with recipes when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner. Occasionally I’ll post a side dish that seems worthy of introduction into…
It was great to be back with the crew at Twin Cities Live this week. With the holiday season approaching this is the perfect time to start thinking about what to cook (or bring) to your next get-together! I hope these appetizers will become your new favorite holiday staples! Happy Cooking! The Recipes …
Coming soon to a Kowalski’s near you! Tonja’s Table is SO excited to announce our schedule of events for book signings at Kowalski’s Markets! We are absolutely thrilled and cannot wait for these events. Starting in November and going until the end of 2018, Tonja Engen will be signing copies of her book Tonja’s Table:…
I love having an excuse to make a bunch of sliders on any given Sunday just in the name of football. These are for the roast beef lovers out there. We’ve spiked your sandwich with a creamy nutty fontina cheese—one of the great melting cheeses—and topped it with a spicy Giardiniera and crunchy french-fried onions. …
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…
