The Traditional Swedish Cookbook Recipes from the Land of the Midnight Sun
Introduction
The cuisine of Sweden has been largely influenced by its location. Sweden's long winters explain the lack of fresh vegetables in many traditional recipes. Root vegetables, such as potatoes and beets, do grow plentifully in Swedens climate and are the main source of complex carbohydrates. That, however, shouldnt stop you from adding freshly steamed veggies to your Swedish meal. Sweden also was never a part of the European spice trade, and its dishes are mild, many topped with a nice dill sauce. A favorite accompaniment to just about any meal is lingonberry.
From breakfast, lunch to dinner, lingonberry jam finds its way to the table. Surrounded by the sea, Sweden makes full use of its abundance. Herring, salmon, and other types of fish are a staple, and this Swedish Cookbook has many ways to prepare seafood the preferred Swedish style. In many ways, fish rule Sweden. Potatoes, especially boiled, are a favorite side dish. Oil is rarely used in the preparation of Swedish dishes.
Most of them are sauted in butter. There are many types of bread in Sweden, but the crispbread is always at hand. Topped with tomato slices and cucumbers, jam, or cheese, its a perfect breakfast. During lunch and dinner, crispbread is served as open sandwiches topped with herring, shrimp, egg salad, and smoked salmon. Youll find ideal recipes in this Swedish Cookbook.
Breakfast
Sweetheart Waffles
These traditional waffles require a heart-shaped waffle maker.
Breakfast
Sweetheart Waffles
These traditional waffles require a heart-shaped waffle maker.
They are thinner and lighter than most other waffles, and perfect when topped with lingonberries or whipped cream. Surprising kids or a loved one with these hearts at breakfast makes the purchase of a waffle maker worthwhile. Cooking Time: 5 minutes each Serving: Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- tsp. vanilla extract
- cup melted butter
- 1 white flour
- 1 cup milk
- tsp. lemon juice
- tsp. salt
Directions: 1.
Whisk the eggs and sugar in a bowl. 2. Slowly add the remaining ingredients. 3. Preheat the special waffle iron. 4.
Use 1/3 cup of the batter for each waffle. Pour the batter onto the waffle iron. 5. Cook for 5 minutes, then transfer the waffle to a plate. 6. 7. 7.
Top with lingonberry jam, fresh berries or whipped cream.
Omelet with Smoked Salmon
Its not surprising that salmon is huge in Sweden. This is a wonderful alternative to bagels and lox. Cooking Time: 14 minutes Servings : 2 Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 4 slices chopped smoked salmon
- cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tbsp. chopped parsley
Directions: 1.
Whisk the eggs and season with salt and pepper. 2. Melt the butter in a skillet. 3. Pour half the egg mixture into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. 4.
Add half of the remaining ingredients. 5. Cook for 5 minutes while continuously lifting the omelet by the sides until it is almost done. 6. Turn the omelet over and cook for another minute. 7.
Repeat with the second omelet. 8. Adjust the salt and pepper.
Crispbread
The crispbread that is so beloved in Sweden is hard, something like a cracker. Swedes use it for everything, including sandwiches. Homemade crispbread is a better, tastier version of the bread you find in stores.
Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings : 16 Ingredients:
- 1 package dry yeast
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
- 2 cups rye flour
- 1 cups white flour
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
Directions: 1. Dissolve the yeast in 2 cups of warm water 2. 3. 3.
Pour into a bowl and add the flour and olive oil. 4. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes. 5. Cover the dough and let rise for 1 hour 15 minutes. 6.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 7. Form the dough in a round loaf. 8. Bake for 20 minutes. Check for doneness.
The bread should be cracker-hard. 9. Let the bread cool before breaking it into pieces.
Salmon Quiche
Salmon makes a great filling for this quiche. Cooking Time: 55 minutes Servings : 8 Ingredients:
- 1 thawed frozen pie crust
- 1 cup bite-sized pieces of smoked salmon
- 2 tbsp. chopped onions
- 6 eggs
- cup half and half
- Salt and pepper to taste
- cup shredded Swiss cheese
Directions: 1.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Bake the pie crust for 10 minutes and remove from oven. 3. Spread the bottom of the crust with cream cheese and place the smoked salmon and onions on top. 4.
Whisk the eggs, half and half, salt and pepper in a bowl. 5. Pour the eggs into the pie crust. 6. Top with the shredded Swiss cheese. 7.
Bake for 45 minutes.
Swedish Pancakes
These are nice and thin a little bit like crepes. These are traditionally served with lingonberry preserves. Cooking Time: 6 minutes Servings : 4 Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup white flour
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. butter
Directions: 1. butter Directions: 1.
Place all ingredients in a food processor to create a smooth batter. 2. Use a non-stick pan to cook 4 pancakes separately, if necessary. 3. Cook each pancake for 4 minutes, flip, then cook for another 2 minutes.
Main Meals
Swedish Meatballs (Svenska Kottbullar)
When it comes to Swedish meatballs, its all about the gravy.
Enjoy this creamy gravy over egg noodles. Cooking Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Servings : 4 Ingredients:
- 2 cup breadcrumbs
- cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 diced onion
- lb. ground beef
- lb. ground pork
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- tsp. white flour
- 3 cups beef broth
- cup sour cream
Directions: 1. white flour
- 3 cups beef broth
- cup sour cream
Directions: 1.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Combine the breadcrumbs and heavy cream and let sit for 15 minutes. 3. Melt 1 tbsp. 4. 4.
Use a bowl to combine the onion, ground meats, egg, cinnamon, salt and pepper. 5. Stir in the breadcrumb mixture and mix well. 6. Clean the skillet or use another one to melt 1 tbsp. 7. 7.
Use a tbsp. to create meatballs and brown for 5 minutes. The meatballs will not be done. 8. Transfer the meatball to a baking dish and cover with 1 cup beef broth. 9.
Bake for 50 minutes or until done. 10. Transfer the meatballs to a platter. 11. Stir the flour into the pan drippings in the skillet. 12.
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