Welcome to Tonja’s Table. I have been inspired by many friends and family to share my recipes and love for cooking.
A well-made frittata is one of the most versatile foods. It’s cheap, quick-cooking, and can be made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Below are some tips for making the perfect frittata. I filled mine with mushrooms, spinach, and smoky gouda cheese. Add your favorites and make this in a pinch. Frittata Tips: Use the Same Number of…
This recipe from my cookbook Tonja’s Table: Menus and Recipes For Every Occasion, is one of my favorites and a great fall menu when you are looking for soup and sandwich night. It’s loosely adapted from Nordstrom’s tomato-basil soup and an upgrade from my Campbell’s tomato soup and grilled cheese as a kid. Enjoy! Notes:…
Football season is here and that means game day food! Make these tasty bratwurst bites, ok maybe make a double batch, because they are sooo good. This is a high-brow version of pigs in a blanket and will elevate game day with your friends and family. All you need are mini muffin tins for baking,…
Fall can be a chaotic time with school in full swing along with everything else—sports, dance, church, business trips, back to school nights. You name it, it’s begun. What happened to my carefree summer when dinners were at dusk and kids lingered in their swimsuits with wet hair and popsicle stained faces?(sigh). Let this recipe…
August is that glorious month of never-ending tomatoes. There is nothing better to me than a big ripe tomato sliced on some toasted country bread, a slather of mayo, and a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt. When you have an abundance of tomatoes sitting around, roasting is the best way to preserve them. Adding fresh…
Looking for a steakhouse meal at home? The Capital Grille in Minneapolis is one of our favorite spots to go for special occasions and when we’re looking for a really good steak. I secretly like sitting in their cozy bar and ordering these mouthwatering steak sandwiches with a glass of red wine. I’ve adapted their…
One taste of these quick-charred green beans, and you’ll never steam them again. This dish is all about contrast—smoky charred green beans, cooling yogurt infused with curry oil, and a cashew crunch to top it off. Addicting, and so flavorful. I’m definitely heading back to the farmers market for more beans pronto. “Blooming” is a…
I’m having a little obsession with piadinas right now. Pronounced pea-ah-DEE-nah, this Italian thin flatbread comes from the Romagna region of north-central Italy. It’s a delicious version of Italian street food. It can be stuffed with any kind of Italian meats and cheeses or served as a flatbread. It’s a lot like a pizza, except…
Tonja’s Table is thrilled to host a cooking class at Abundant Kitchen! Come out and learn how to make the perfect dishes for summertime entertaining! Date: August 13th Time: 5:30-8:00 PM Location: The Abundant Kitchen – 134 Lake Blvd. S., Buffalo, MN 55313 Cost: $45.00 (price includes generous sampling of every dish, a glass of…
