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How to Make Finnish Meatloaf in a Sour Cream Pastry

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Finnish Meatloaf in a Sour Cream Pastry

Cultural Context

Originating from Finland, this dish reflects the country's love for hearty, comforting meals made with simple ingredients. Traditionally served during family gatherings, it showcases the Finnish knack for combining flavors in a satisfying way. Today, variations exist across the globe, with many adapting the recipe to include local spices or alternative meats, making it a versatile favorite.

FinnishFImain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2.25 cups flour
0.75 cups butter
0.5 cups sour cream
0.75 to 1 cup mushrooms
2 to 3 pounds leftover roast beef
1 onion
Jarlsberg cheese

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative, while egg substitutes can be more affordable.

1

Make sour cream pastry by mixing 2.25 cups flour and 0.75 cups butter in a food processor until fine crumbs form.

2

Add 0.5 cups sour cream to the flour and butter mixture and blend until a soft dough forms.

3

Split the dough in half, place each half in a ziploc bag, and refrigerate for about an hour.

4

Chop 0.75 to 1 cup of mushrooms and sauté in olive oil until browned.

5

Chop 2 to 3 pounds of leftover roast beef into small pieces.

6

Chop 1 onion and set aside.

7

Shred Jarlsberg cheese using a food processor.

8

Brown the hamburger in the frying pan until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

food processorfrying panziploc bags

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Lihapullat piirakassaFinnish meat pie

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