Authentic Norwegian Lefse Recipe

Experience the taste of Norway with this traditional Lefse recipe. Lefse is a soft and thin potato flatbread that is a staple in Norwegian cuisine. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, flour, butter, and cream, lefse is rolled out into thin circles and cooked on a griddle. Serve it warm with butter and sugar, or use it as a wrap for your favorite meats and vegetables. This recipe will guide you through the process of making perfect lefse every time.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
• Butter and sugar, for serving

Directions

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into small chunks. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender.
2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, heavy cream, and salt. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
3. Gradually add the flour to the mashed potatoes, mixing well after each addition. You may need to use more or less flour depending on the moisture content of the potatoes. The dough should be soft and pliable.
4. Divide the dough into small golf ball-sized portions. Lightly flour a rolling pin and a clean surface. Roll out each portion of dough into a thin circle, about 10 inches in diameter.
5. Heat a griddle or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each lefse on the hot griddle for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown spots appear. Flip the lefse using a spatula.
6. Remove the cooked lefse from the griddle and stack them on a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft.
7. Serve the lefse warm with butter and sugar. To store, let them cool completely and then stack them with wax paper in between each lefse. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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