32 Scandinavian Recipes That Would Make Our Grandmas Proud

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32 Scandinavian Recipes That Would Make Our Grandmas Proud1/32 Finnish Meat Pie 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We enjoy this hearty, traditional meat pie year-round, but especially during hunting season. This is one recipe I’ll be sure to pass on to our seven children.— Laurel Skoog, Frazee, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 610 calories, 31g fat (9g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 790mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 23g protein. 2/32 Finnish Pinwheels 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home

The young lady instantly recognized what they were

Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my sister was hosting an exchange student from Finland, she served these cookies I’d made to her guest. The young lady instantly recognized what they were. So I know they’re still being made in our ancestors’ country. —Ilona Barron, Ontonagon, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 pinwheel: 64 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 44mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/32 Swedish Meatballs 59 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Swedish Meatballs Recipe photo by Taste of Home

The scent of browning meat is intoxicating

Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of browning meat is intoxicating. Add to that the sweet smell of onions caramelizing, and everyone’s mouth starts watering. —Marybeth Mank, Mesquite, Texas Nutrition Facts: 6 meatballs with 1-3/4 cups noodles and about 1/3 cup gravy: 834 calories, 33g fat (14g saturated fat), 248mg cholesterol, 1711mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 50g protein. 4/32 Danish Pancakes 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Danish Pancakes

5/32 Pan-Seared Salmon 7 Reviews Test

Recipe photo by Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 20 filled pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came to North America from Denmark decades ago, and my mother used to make these pancakes for me and my siblings while growing up. Today, my children and grandchildren love these, so I often have to double the recipe.—Lise Thomson, Magrath, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 2 filled pancakes (calculated without beries): 257 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 5/32 Pan-Seared Salmon 7 Reviews Test

The creamy dill sauce with cucumber tastes light and fresh

Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my husband’s favorite recipes. Salmon is a go-to for busy nights because it cooks so quickly and goes with so many different flavors. The creamy dill sauce with cucumber tastes light and fresh. —Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 salmon fillet with 1/4 cup sauce: 366 calories, 25g fat (4g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2-1/2 fat. 6/32 Swedish

One day, my father got a hankering for doughnuts and asked me to make him some

Doughnuts 14 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One day, my father got a hankering for doughnuts and asked me to make him some. I ended up trying these. Dad—and everyone else—loved the results. They come out so golden and plump. —Lisa Bates, Dunham, Quebec Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 125 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 235mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 7/32 Norwegian Chocolate Chip Cookies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Norwegian Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe photo by

They are a great mash-up of a sugar and chocolate chip cookie

Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My best friend, Amber, taught me how to make this classic Norwegian dessert. They are a great mash-up of a sugar and chocolate chip cookie. A pizza cutter is the best tool for cutting into slices after baking. —Bonnie Brien, Surprise, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 59 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 11mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 8/32 Danish Crispies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Danish Crispies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

40 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

40 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These crispy treats are like a bread, but more like a cookie! They’re a tasty and delicious addition to a breakfast or bunch with coffee. —Martha Nelson, Zumbrota, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 254 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 9/32 Swedish Apple Pie 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Swedish Apple Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This decadent Swedish

apple pie serves up homemade flavor in every bite

apple pie serves up homemade flavor in every bite. This is a perfect snack with coffee or as an after-dinner treat. —Sarah Klier, Grand Rapids, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 174 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 207mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 10/32 Butter Pecan Cookies 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my daughter was a teen, these butter pecan cookies

earned her blue ribbons from two county fairs

earned her blue ribbons from two county fairs. Then a few years ago, her own daughter took home a blue ribbon for the same cookie. Needless to say, these mouthwatering morsels are winners! —Martha Thefield, Cedartown, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 115 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 97mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 11/32 Dill Sauce for Salmon 93 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s nothing like fresh salmon, and my mom bakes it

just right so it nearly melts in your mouth

just right so it nearly melts in your mouth. Plus, the sour cream dill sauce is subtly seasoned with horseradish so that it doesn’t overpower the delicate salmon flavor. —Susan Emery, Everett, Washington Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked salmon with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 418 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 643mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. 12/32 Creamy Cucumber Salad 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Cucumber Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This creamy cucumber salad, a

Norwegian favorite, was a staple at all of our family holidays

Norwegian favorite, was a staple at all of our family holidays. —Patty LaNoue Stearns, Traverse City, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 143 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 13/32 Swedish Rye Bread 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 4 loaves (8 slices each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe came from my mother, and it’s long been a family favorite. You can make a meal of it with soup and a salad. Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 109 calories, 2g fat (1g

saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 155mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 14/32 Almond Spritz Cookies 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This almond spritz cookies recipe can be left plain or decorated with colored sugar and frosting. In our house, it just wouldn’t be Christmas without some cookie press recipes.—Tanya Hart, Muncie, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 44 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 15/32

It’s a delicious addition at family gatherings and parties, too

Swedish Rice Ring 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe, which originated in Sweden, is famous at church suppers with our Minnesota neighbors. It’s a delicious addition at family gatherings and parties, too. I usually make a double batch because it’s so good! —Lori Jeane Schlecht, Wimbledon, North Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 170 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 16/32 Swedish Raspberry Almond Bars 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

My daughter’s 36 now, and I still make these wonderful bars

55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was a single mom with a young daughter and little money, my neighbor brought me a batch of these treats at Christmas. My daughter’s 36 now, and I still make these wonderful bars. —Marina Castle-Kelley, Canyon Country, California Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 165 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 17/32 Cherry Danish 64 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Overnight Cherry Danish Recipe photo by Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 45

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