Recipezaar: Norwegian,Lighter Fare recipes

Hot Norwegian Fruit Soup

Thu, 25 Nov 1999 09:50:00 -0500

This is also excellent served cold for breakfast -- posted by Barefoot Beachcomber

Potato Lefse

Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:38:38 -0500

Cook time includes an overnight chill time. With Potato Lefse you may want to buy a lefse stick to help turn while baking. Look for my Milk Lefse recipe. -- posted by Charlotte J

Milk Lefse

Wed, 23 Jan 2002 10:39:05 -0500

You can make these Norwegian treats by yourself. But it goes faster with two people, one to roll and the other to bake. I like the Milk Lefse but look for my Potato Lefse also. -- posted by Charlotte J

Norwegian Apple Pie

Sun, 03 Mar 2002 09:47:56 -0500

Crustless! -- posted by Mille®

Norwegian Pancakes

Sun, 14 Apr 2002 22:53:52 -0400

These sweet crepe-like pancakes get rolled up into mini jelly roll shapes and are a real hit with children. I serve these often to overnight guests - especially during holiday gatherings. You may use whatever jelly you prefer, we like raspberry or blackberry with seeds the best. The cook time is an approximation of how long I personally take to cook all of the batter - it only takes a few minutes for each crepe. -- posted by HeatherFeather

Gravlax

Mon, 24 Mar 2003 20:06:58 -0500

A classic way to cure salmon, really easy and worth the slight effort. -- posted by Steve_G

Norwegian Stuffed Potato Patties - Fylte Potetfrikadeller

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 20:00:13 -0400

This recipe is based on one from an excellent cookbook called "Eat the Norway," where they say of it: "These potato patties are served as an evening meal with bread and tomato sauce." -- posted by Julesong

Mørlefse (soft and Sweet)

Sun, 10 Apr 2005 13:37:00 -0400

I picked this recipe up from the Norske Folkemuseum in Oslo a couple of years ago. I'm not too certain how many it makes so it's a bit of a guess, as is the preparation time! :-) I haven't put a cooking time as I wouldn't consider frying to be "passive work time". They can be frozen. -- posted by hels

Doughnuts

Mon, 30 May 2005 11:59:45 -0400

THIS is from a old cook book and its a rhyming recipe. It's just such a neat recipe I thought other people would enjoy it as much as me. It's a little bland--it may need more nutmeg. From History in the Baking, Minnesota. -- posted by Dienia B.

Strawberry Pasta

Thu, 02 Jun 2005 13:34:49 -0400

This dish is excellent if you would like to invite someone very special for a romantic dinner. It's sweet, strong and mysterious... Try it and you will fall in love - I promise! Note the magic cloudberry syrup can be found at www.nordicdelicatessen.com Good luck! -- posted by Lura #2

Norwegian Apple Pie

Tue, 02 Aug 2005 23:28:43 -0400

From a Norwegian Recipes book of mine. Makes 6 servings. -- posted by Bec

Norwegian Flatbread

Fri, 26 Aug 2005 12:47:23 -0400

This is kind of like a giant cracker. I am a carb freak and this fits the bill late at night when I want something crunchy and not good for me. This is excellent with milder cheeses. -- posted by Saturn

Spinatsuppe (Norwegian Spinach Soup)

Sun, 11 Sep 2005 21:58:27 -0400

A quick, light soup for cool days. Straight from Norway for the World Tour. -- posted by Elmotoo

Norwegian Honey Cake

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 05:38:12 -0400

Another recipe from my neighbors cookbooks. This is a very old recipe and very good. -- posted by LAURIE

Norwegian Potato Doughnuts

Mon, 19 Sep 2005 20:49:27 -0400

When I was a little girl my grandfather, who was a full fledged Norwegian, used to make mashed potato donuts for us on those special times when we got to sleep over at my grandparents house. These donuts and wearing angel jammies (my grandfathers white T shirts) are 2 treasured memories of Boppa. This recipe tastes very much like what I remember his tasting like. Prep time includes chilling time. -- posted by LAURIE

Norwegian Lefse

Mon, 03 Oct 2005 16:18:40 -0400

Every Christmas since I was a little girl, my grandma always made lefse, now me and my dad make it together to give my grandma a break. It is such a treat at our house because it is very time consuming - but worth every minute. (Note: It works best when mashed potatoes are cold) -- posted by Chef #248178

Norwegian Apple Pie Torte

Tue, 25 Oct 2005 13:45:59 -0400

From an email I received. -- posted by Charlotte J

Scandinavian Mashed Potato and Rutabaga Casserole

Mon, 12 Dec 2005 22:18:14 -0500

(Peruna ja lanttulaatikko) I like the creamy color of mashed rutabagas together with potatoes in this casserole. It can be assembled a day in advance, if desired. -- posted by Olha

Risgrot (Hot Rice Pudding)

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 12:47:36 -0500

My family traditionally eats this as a first course on Christmas Eve. An almond is hidden in one bowl and whoever finds it opens the first gift. It is also great comfort food on a cold winters night. Mix leftovers with whipped cream for a dessert called riskrem. -- posted by sdyankee

Kringla

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 17:45:30 -0500

I have loved this recipe since I was little and it was the best the way my grandmother made it. You can make it into any shape or letters you like. -- posted by g4gamer05

Norwegian Rice Pudding - Risengryn Grod

Wed, 24 May 2006 22:07:45 -0400

We used to have this a lot when I was a kid. Not only is it yummy and filling - it is cheap! -- posted by mama's kitchen

Chickpea Soup With Spinach (Potje De Garbanzo Con Acelga)

Wed, 24 May 2006 22:53:17 -0400

Posted for Zaar World Tour - Norway. I have not tried this recipe. Prep time includes soaking time for peas. -- posted by Bayhill

Norwegian Flat Bread

Mon, 29 May 2006 20:04:53 -0400

Can be made by hand or in bread machine. Posted for 'Zaar World Tour II. -- posted by Charmie777

Fatigmann (Norwegian Cookies)

Mon, 29 May 2006 21:01:56 -0400

This is a crisp, fried cookie. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Lefse

Mon, 29 May 2006 21:41:24 -0400

These Norwegian Potato Pancakes can either be served for breakfast of dessert. The potatoes have to be mashed and cooled so do this ahead of time. (not included in time to make) -- posted by LUv 2 BaKE

Grandma Gullickson's Rhubarb Cake

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 20:53:35 -0400

This is one of my favorite childhood recipes:) -- posted by hillbillychick77

Norwegian Cucumber Salad - Epcot

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 13:28:44 -0500

Walt Disney World - Epoct - Norway Pavilion -- posted by tbean1

Julekake #1 (Baked on a Sheet)

Tue, 26 Dec 2006 12:10:01 -0500

Norwegian holiday bread. My brother went to Norway for a AFS and brought back a recipe for Julekake, which our mother incoporated into the family holiday tradition. We don't have the original recipe, though, so he's translated two from a cookbook of the era. Translated by my brother from Kokebok; Statens Lærerskole I Husstell, Stabekk ;J.W. Cappelens Forlag, Oslo 1966. -- posted by origamifreak

Julekake #2 (Baked in Loaf Pans)

Tue, 26 Dec 2006 12:10:19 -0500

Curried Lentil Sprout Salad

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 19:58:50 -0500

An easy 3 step recipe adapted from the SproutPeople. -- posted by Sharon123

Norwegian Lefse Fried Potato Bread

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:34:29 -0400

The unusual dough for this Norwegian bread is rolled out into large, thin circles and fried on a hot griddle. The resulting bread, which is soft, is extremely versatile. It is eaten warm or cold, plain or spread with butter or sprinkled with brown sugar. To serve Lefse, fold each circle into quarters or roll up. -- posted by Olha

Fattigmans Bakkelse (Norwegian Christmas Cookies)

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 20:18:12 -0400

Wonderful fried treat, great for spending family time in the kitchen, as several helping hands are better than just yours. -- posted by Mims & Squims

Lefse (Potato Flatbread)

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 16:12:40 -0400

From Bernard Clayton's Cooking Across America. This recipe comes from an Iowa cook with Norwegian ancestry. -- posted by pattikay in L.A.

Red Sauce - Strawberry Sauce - Norway

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 16:33:40 -0400

This dessert sauce is meant to be a bright, fruity sauce for rice pudding, ice cream, and other dessert puddings. -- posted by Mme Melissa

Swedish Cucumber Salad - Pressgurka

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 14:32:01 -0400

This cucumber salad goes well with just any kind of meal. In Sweden, strong white distilled vinegar is usually used (12%), which gives the cucumber salad the correct sweet-and-sour flavour and a wonderful fresh and refreshing taste. -- posted by French Tart

Midsummer Swedish Strawberry Compote - Jordgubbskräm

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 10:09:20 -0400

Midsummer would not be Midsummer without strawberries, and this is a simple Swedish recipe to make, to celebrate Midsummer, wherever you may be! In Scandinavia, the summer solstice is a magical time. The lavender twilight lasts until 11 p.m. and the day breaks again at about 2 a.m.; above the Arctic Circle, the sun doesn't sink below the horizon for weeks. This year, 2007, Midsummer Eve, the beginning of the three day official holiday, falls on June 25. Throughout Scandinavia, families and friends gather to decorate the maypole with birch leaves and wildflowers, make flower crowns for women and girls, dance around the maypole, sing summer songs and feast on pickled herring, new potatoes, and aquavit. In addition, many families have their own special foods that they traditionally serve as the Midsummer meal. These are usually dishes that can be prepared ahead of time and easily served outdoors. -- posted by French Tart

Norwegian Pancakes - Pannekaken

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 15:50:52 -0400

I'm posting this for ZWT III. I found this gem on Allrecipes.com. It was submitted by in da wings who states: "My Norwegian grandmother made this for us as a treat, and it continues to be a favorite my mother makes for my kids. Very easy and versatile. Serve rolled like a crepe with syrup or jam. Can also be a dessert stuffed with a sweetened cream cheese and lingon berry mixture." -- posted by Happy Hippie

Potet Klub (Norwegian Potatoes) (Could Be Gluten-Free)

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 19:30:41 -0400

This is a traditional Norwegian recipe that would be made for Christmas and other holidays. my Great-Grandmother, Mina Taylor learned from her parents who brought it with them when they emigrated from Norway in the late 18 90's. They would spend hours making this dish with a lot of steps and some difficulty. My Grandma taught me this as an easier way and can be done in about an hour or so. If you don't have a stand mixer, you can stir the potatoes by hand, but it will take more work from you and will take a little bit longer to make. Enjoy! -- posted by LDSMom128

Cissy's Stuede Poteter (Creamed Potatoes)

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:39:54 -0500

This is a Norwegian dish (my DIL is from Bergen Norway) but a family favorite for us here in the US for many years - especially loved by my youngest daughter who we now call Cissy. It is a great side dish for any meal and super easy to make. -- posted by Sooz Cooks

Lefse

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 01:50:29 -0400

Lefse is a traditional soft Norwegian flatbread made out of potatoes and cooked on a griddle. I like it with butter and cinnamon-sugar, or use it to roll up lutefisk and mashed potatoes in. My grandfather emigrated here from Norway when he was small, and I am enamored with all things Norwegian! -- posted by Viking Knitter

Lefse- Norwegian Flat Bread

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:06:53 -0400

This is the best Lefse you will ever taste! I have such wonderful memories of learning how to make lefse at my Aunt Gwen's. She makes this with authentic, hand made Norwegian rolling pins and lefse sticks made by her father and handed down to her by her mother. Do not fear though! Lefse can be made with regular kitchen equipment like a rolling pin and thin spatula. Traditionally this is served warm with butter or for a treat with cinnamon, sugar or jam. My family always enjoys their lefse with Lutefisk on Christmas Eve. I hate Lutefisk but LOVE lefse! Here is a great site with step by step pictures and instructions http://www.britta.com/smorgabritta/lefse/index.html. OR BETTER YET here is a video I found on the web that will explain the process much better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTmUuSoZShY *NOTE:* If making more than one batch make sure to keep them separate. ONLY MIX ONE BATCH AT A TIME as mixture will become too sticky to work with. Time does not include cooling and resting time. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Kringla

Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:27:25 -0400

Another family recipe from the Petzenhausers from Lake City. This is different from the recipe we use so I thought I'd post theirs here to make later -- posted by Charlotte J

Lefse

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:27:37 -0400

Another family recipe from the Petzenhausers from Lake City. This is different from the recipe we use so I thought I'd post it. For my husbands family they roll their lefse very thin. So when I make this recipe I'll use walnut size pieces of dough. You will need a lefse grill to make these. -- posted by Charlotte J

Svisker Gröt - Norwegian Prune Pudding

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:37:31 -0500

A gluten-free fruit dessert from the Minnesota Scandinavian chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Minnesota Lefse

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:48:22 -0500

We love this with butter, cinnamon, and sugar. So good! After moving away from Minnesota, I can't just buy lefse at the grocery store, so when I get a craving I resort to making it this way. -- posted by F-16 momma

Norwegian Fruit Soup

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:20:52 -0500

This is a wonderful cold soup. We have served it at Christmas in place of cranberries. It is a favorite with children. Note: The rice is strained out early in the recipe and only the starch is used. -- posted by Kana