Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
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…
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…
