Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
The French just seem to have a flair for putting together simple but amazing flavors plated in that perfectly non-perfect way. This salad is one of the best ever invented and my first pick for a summer dinner party. Salad Niçoise hails from Nice, France on the Mediterranean Sea. Niçoise salads always include tuna, vegetables,…
I’m making a case for homemade hummus. I know there are a million different store bought hummus brands out there but homemade is SO MUCH BETTER! The key is really good tahini (sesame paste) and the right ratios. I really like Trader Joe’s organic tahini. A dash of paprika and toasted pine nuts make this…
Celebrate your 4th of July with this show-stopping Strawberry Blueberry Trifle. Loaded with pound cake, an extra creamy homemade whipped topping, and fresh luscious berries, this dessert will make a stunning entrance and easily feed your entire crew. I think trifles are the best no-bake dessert around. Note: If you don’t have a trifle dish,…
If you know me personally, you know I’m not a very “crafty” person. For example, I think they invented scrapbooking just to make me feel bad. But these mason jars make me want to be crafty because everything just looks so cute in them! An easy, everybody-will-love taco dip recipe is what I am making…
Tonja’s Table is thrilled to host a cooking class at the Nordic Ware Factory Store! Come out and learn how to make some great 4th of July dishes! Date: June 25th Time: 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. Location: The Nordic Ware Factory Store, 4925 County Road 25/Highway 7, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Cost: $35.00 per…
After listening to Bon Appetit’s podcast on David Grohl’s (Nirvana and Foo Fighters) BBQ obsession I am absolutely craving anything BBQ. He has mastered the grill like his music. I wanted this to be easy, tasty, and without a lot of hands-on time so I put together a killer seasoning rub and amped up the…
Fingerling potatoes are tender, creamy and have a thin skin. Roasting them in a cast iron skillet results in crispy delicious potatoes. A simple mixture of butter, parmesean, parsley, and chives is all you need to make this dish shine. Mininmal effort and maxium taste. It’s absolutely the simplest dish to make and goes with…
Tonja’s Table will be attending the Minnesota Local Food Pop-Up Event hosted by Women Who Really Cook! We’d love to see you there. Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Location: 850 Grand Ave, next to Cafe Latte About the Event from WWRC: “Our members will be showcasing their wares, sampling,…
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…
