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How to Make Lefse: Norwegian Potato Flatbread!

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Lefse

Cultural Context

Lefse is a traditional Norwegian flatbread, often made during the holiday season or special occasions. It reflects Norway's agricultural heritage, utilizing simple ingredients like potatoes and flour. Today, lefse is enjoyed both in Norway and among Norwegian-American communities, often served with sweet toppings or as a side dish.

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6 servings
Servings4
4 medium potatoes
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup cream
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Peel the potatoes and chop them into small to medium-sized pieces.

2

Add the chopped potatoes to boiling water carefully.

3

Once the potatoes are tender, mash them up and add butter and cream, folding them through.

4

Let the mixture cool, preferably overnight in the fridge or for a couple of hours until fully cooled.

5

Mix in the flour and knead by hand until you have a non-sticky dough, adding more flour if necessary.

6

Roll out the flatbreads and cook them in a pan on medium to high heat until cooked through.

Equipment Needed

griddlelarge skilletlarge bowl

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkgluten

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