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Norwegian Lefse Recipe

A traditional Norwegian flatbread made from potatoes, flour, butter, and milk or cream.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Norwegian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes cooled
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, melted butter, heavy cream, and salt. Mix well.
  2. 2. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth.
  3. 3. Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  4. 4. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle using a rolling pin.
  5. 5. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each lefse for about 1-2 minutes on each side, until light brown spots appear.
  6. 6. Serve warm with butter, sugar, or your favorite spread.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Flatbread, Lefse
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