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Sugared Saffron Buns (Sukrede Lussekatter)
December 13th is St. Lucia Day in Scandinavia, which is a day that is celebrated with a candle procession in the kindergartens and schools, which is led by one of the children dressed up as Lucia in a white dress with a wreath and candle on their head. The other children follow behind, dressed also in white robes and singing the song, “Santa Lucia”.
As the procession carries forward, the children hand out saffron buns to symbolize light throughout the darkness. These saffron buns are a Swedish custom that have become a permanent baked-good tradition during the holiday season.
These sugared saffron buns are much better than the traditional ones, as they are more flavorful, tender, pillowy, and delicious. Make these all winter long to bring a warmth to your home!
Norwegian Beef and Dumpling Soup (kjøttsuppe og medboller)
Norwegian Beef and Dumpling Soup (kjøttsuppe og medboller) is a classic beef-and-vegetable soup with dumplings—perfect for cooler weather. What makes this Norwegian is the practice of adding cardamom to the dumplings, which adds an exciting depth to an otherwise pretty basic soup. You guys are going to love this one!
Chicken Paprikash with Pierogi
This simple Hungarian-inspired chicken paprikash is a flavorful, paprika-rich stew that pairs wonderfully with the crispy Polish potato and cheese pierogi. Talk about comfort food!
Apple Rye Cardamom Cake
This is the perfect bake to bring us into fall. A tender, nutty cake studded with tart green apples, crunchy sliced almonds, and fragrant cinnamon and cardamom. Serve up a slice with a cup of coffee, and you have yourself the perfect mid-afternoon fika treat.
South African-Inspired Curry Beef and Egg Bowls
This recipe is inspired by the South African dish bobotie, which is a meat, bread, and egg dish paired with sweet dried fruit. Here, I’ve deconstructed the dish so that it is quicker, faster, and perhaps even tastier.
Easy No-Knead Sesame Rolls
These easy no-knead rolls take little effort to make, plus they are super delicious. This is a good beginner/intro recipe into bread baking and working with yeasted doughs!
Bean Salad with Scallion Date Vinaigrette
This bean salad is chock full of flavor, texture, fiber, and protein. White beans and chickpeas get paired with roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, corn, quick-pickled shallots and jalapeños, and a tantalizing scallion date vinaigrette. This will be your new go-to salad to keep on hand in the fridge!
Crispy Chicken Thighs and Jalapeño Basil Corn Salad
This recipe has been on repeat this summer! Golden, juicy, crispy chicken thighs on top of a bed of charred corn and jalapeños dressed up with basil and lemon juice…how can it get better than that?!
Mango Chutney Pepper and Bean Bowls
This simple vegan dish is packed with flavor, texture, fiber, and protein. It is one of my favorite lunches to throw together, and I know it’ll be one of yours, too!
Crispy Salami Pasta with Homemade Tomato Sauce
I was featured in a Today Show article talking about the best pasta sauces for acid reflux—so I thought it was time to share my own recipe for the best homemade tomato sauce. The simple sauce gets dressed up with cavatelli, crispy salami, and freshly grated Parmesan.
Brown Sugar Blackened Steak Bites
These steak bites are spicy, sweet, and have the perfect crispy crust. Make them for a party, or throw them on a bed of buttered noodles or mashed potatoes for the perfect summer dinner.
Caramelized Banana Pudding
Inspired by the viral caramelized banana lattes, this Southern classic gets revamped with a homemade vanilla custard and caramelized banana jam. This would be the perfect dessert to serve at your next barbecue!
Honey Balsamic Strawberry Prosciutto Flatbread
This summery flatbread features a whipped feta base, sweet and tangy honey balsamic strawberries, salty prosciutto, and arugula to add a nice fresh and peppery finish. Plus, it only takes less than 20 minutes to make!
Berry Spinach Almond Salad with Brown Cheese Caramel Vinaigrette
This summery salad gets tossed with a Norwegian brown cheese vinaigrette—which adds a subtle caramelized and nutty undertone.
Lemon Dill Potato Salad
This simple potato salad is full of bright and fresh flavor—perfect for your next summer gathering.
Strawberry Rhubarb Norwegian 75’s
This cocktail is a riff off of French 75’s. What makes them Norwegian? Aquavit instead of gin. This is the perfect cocktail to make for your next party!
Lompe (Norwegian Potato Flatbreads)
Lompe are a Norwegian potato flatbread, kind of like lefse (but better). They are extremely soft and pillowy, and make the perfect vessel for hot dogs, salad, or a simple mixture of butter and vanilla sugar.
Sesame Chicken Cutlets with Curry Sauce and Celery Slaw
This flavor-packed dinner is simple, and perfect for summer.
Berry Chantilly Sugar Cookie Bars
Inspired by the craze for Whole Foods' Berry Chantilly cake, these sugar cookie bars capture the beloved flavors of the cake in a more convenient and delicious form.
Norwegian Rhubarb Custard Buns (rabarbra skoleboller)
Skoleboller are a classic Norwegian pastry. It is a cardamom bun, filled with a delicious custard, and finished with icing and shredded coconut. I wanted to add a spring twist to my favorite pastry by adding rhubarb to the custard, which gives it an amazing fruity and tart flavor that pairs wonderfully with the coconut and cardamom. You will absolutely love these!