Swedish Recipes & Cookbooks

How to Cook dishes from Sweden

• Ärtsoppa - Pea soup.
  
  
• Blodpudding - Black pudding - A sausage prepared by cooking blood with filling.
  
  
• Gravad lax - Cured salmon with salt, sugar, vinegar and dill. It is popular as an appetizer, and eaten with a dill and mustard sauce, on bread or with potato.
  
  
• Inlagd sill - Pickled herring.
  
  
• Janssons frestelse - A baked dish containing potato, onion and cream, with pickled sprats (Swedish: ansjovis).
  
  
• Kåldolmar - Rolls made from cabbage filled with pork and rice. They are usually eaten with boiled potato, gravy and lingonberry jam.
  
  
• Knäckebröd - A crisp cracker-like bread, made mostly from rye. It is often eaten for breakfast (Swedish: frukost) in the form of open sandwiches which are buttered and then topped with caviar, cold cuts, hard cheese or messmör (cheese spread).
  
  
  
• Köttbullar - Meatballs made either from ground (minced) beef, or a mixture of ground (minced) beef and pork. Before cooking, the meat is mixed with breadcrumbs and finally chopped onions, and seasoned with salt, and white pepper or allspice. Köttbullar are traditionally served with boiled potato, gravy, pickled cucumber and lingonberry jam.
  
  
• Köttsoppa - A meat and root vegetable soup. Beef is normally used, but sometimes elk or reindeer is used instead. The soup is sometimes eaten with klimp, which are small simple dumplings made from wheat flour, egg and milk.
  
  
• Kroppkaka - Potato dumplings, filled with pork and onions. Served with butter or cream, and lingonberry jam.
  
  
• Lutfisk - An unusual dish made from stockfish (air-dried white fish) prepared using a long process involving soda lye (a caustic soda solution).
  
  
  
• Pyttipanna - Potato, onions, and sausage or ham, chopped and then fried together in a pan.
  
  
• Raggmunk - Potato pancakes.
  
  
• Smörgåsbord - A buffet-style meal, with many small dishes to which guests can help themselves. Popular at holidays and Christmas, the latter being known as "Julbord".
  
  
• Smörgåstårta - Literally translated, smörgåstårta means "sandwich cake". It is prepared from layers of buttered bread, with fillings in between the layers and a topping. The fillings and topping may vary, but egg and mayonnaise fillings are popular, and they are usually accompanied by one or more of caviar, liver paté, olives, prawns and smoked salmon. Smörgåstårta is served cold, and cut into slices like a dessert cake.
  
  
• Surströmming - Fermented Baltic herring in brine.

• Kanelbulle - A cinnamon-flavored pastry roll.
  
  
  
• Knäck - A toffee eaten at Christmas.
  
  
• Ostkaka - A baked cake made using curded milk (or nowadays cottage cheese as a substitute). Eaten with jam and whipped cream, or ice cream and fruit.
  
  
  
• Saltlakrits - Salty liquorice.
  
  
• Spettekaka - A hollow cake prepared by cooking on a skewer over an open fire. Served with vanilla ice cream, dark roast coffee and port wine.

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• Scandinavian Recipes & Cookbooks

Traditional Swedish Cooking By Caroline Hofberg Skyhorse Publishing Hardcover (192 pages) List Price: $27.95* Lowest New Price: $18.68* Lowest Used Price: $9.20* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Focusing on the flavors and foods native to Sweden, such as fresh dill, horseradish, allspice, juniper berries, fish, blueberries, and apples, Hofberg presents a mouthwatering collection of modern and classic Swedish dishes. From apple pancakes and lingon berry chutney to baby potato salad with asparagus and cod with horseradish aioli, every recipe holds onto Swedish tradition while adding a fresh twist. Gathering inspiration from the ocean, woods, lakes, and farms, Hofberg shows her true passion for Swedish cooking through the simple and entertaining way she prepares her recipes. Beautiful full-color photographs will inspire any cook.

Swedish Cooking By Sylvia Winnewisser NGV Hardcover (159 pages) Lowest New Price: $5.32* Lowest Used Price: $0.30* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Endless coasts, impressive mountains, extensive forests - Sweden is a dream destination for many people, with a strikingly varied landscape that entrances every nature lover. And just as rich, clean and unspoiled as the countryside is Swedish cuisine.

Fika: The Art of The Swedish Coffee Break, with Recipes for Pastries, Breads, and Other Treats By Anna Brones Ingramcontent Released: 2015-04-07 Hardcover (168 pages) List Price: $17.99* Lowest New Price: $8.22* Lowest Used Price: $8.59* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Fika The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break with Recipes for Pastries Breads and Other Treats Product Description: An illustrated lifestyle cookbook on the Swedish tradition of fika--a twice-daily coffee break--including recipes for traditional baked goods, information and anecdotes about Swedish coffee culture, and the roots and modern incarnations of this cherished custom. Sweden is one of the world’s top coffee consuming nations, and the twice-daily social coffee break known as fika is a cherished custom. Fika can be had alone or in groups, indoors or outdoors, while traveling or at home. A time to take a rest from work and chat with friends or colleagues over a cup and a sweet treat, fika reflects the Swedish ideal of slowing down to appreciate life’s small joys. In this adorable illustrated cookbook, Anna Brones and Johanna Kindvall share nearly fifty classic recipes from their motherland—from cinnamon buns and ginger snaps to rhubarb cordial and rye bread—allowing all of us to enjoy this charming tradition regardless of where we live.

The Swedish-American Cookbook: A Charming Collection of Traditional Recipes Presented in Both Swedish and English By Anonymous Brand: Skyhorse Publishing Paperback (400 pages) List Price: $16.95* Lowest New Price: $5.95* Lowest Used Price: $7.39* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Used Book in Good Condition Product Description: By presenting traditional recipes in Swedish on one side and the English translations on the other, The Swedish-American Cookbook takes authenticity to the next level. This book covers everything from breads to candies, meats to malts. It also contains example menus, helpful tips for preparation, and instructions for preserving various fruits and vegetables. Some recipes include Swedish caviar, cherry soup, almond cookies, baked chicken with parsnips, melon ice cream, meatballs, rusks, and dozens more. This cookbook is one of a kind. Initially published in 1895, The Swedish-American Cookbook is now updated with beautiful full-color photographs and an attractive, easy-to-follow layout. Also included is an extended explanation on the weights, measurements, and fruit used in the recipes in order to make the process helpful for cooks unfamiliar with Swedish recipes. Lindhal’s instructions cannot be clearer in this easy-to-read, faithful resource for authentic Swedish food.

Fire and Ice: Classic Nordic Cooking By Darra Goldstein imusti Released: 2015-10-13 Hardcover (304 pages) List Price: $40.00* Lowest New Price: $17.91* Lowest Used Price: $15.72* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Ten Speed Press Product Description: 2016 James Beard Award nominee, 2016 International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) nominee for Best International Cookbook, and 2016 Art of Eating Prize longlist finalist Bringing the best of Scandinavian home-cooking into your kitchen, Fire and Ice: Classic Nordic Cooking offers over 100 delicious recipes that showcase this region’s most beloved sweet and savory dishes.   Scandinavia is a region of extremes—where effortlessly chic design meets rugged wilderness, and perpetual winter nights are followed by endless days of summer—and Fire and Ice proves that Scandinavian cuisine is no exception. Founding editor of Gastronomica and the West’s leading culinary authority on the cuisines of the European North, Darra Goldstein explores the rich cultural history and culinary traditions of Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. From the bold aroma of smoked arctic char to the delicate flavor of saffron buns, and from the earthy taste of chanterelle soup to the fragrant aroma of raspberry-rose petal jam, this beautifully curated cookbook features over 100 inspiring and achievable recipes that introduce home cooks to the glorious and diverse flavors of Nordic cooking.

Swedish Cakes and Cookies Favish, Melody (TRN) Hardcover (192 pages) List Price: $17.95* Lowest New Price: $9.49* Lowest Used Price: $1.99* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Swedish Cakes and Cookies has become a modern classic since it was first published in 1945. Modernized and improved over the years, today's full-color edition, with beautiful photographs of each recipe, contains nearly 300 recipes. Some, such as Berry Muffins, Coconut Macaroons, Linzer Torte, and Jelly Doughnuts, may be familiar, while others, such as German Lemon Cake, Almond Meringues, Truffle Tarts, and Toffee Crunch Torte, are deliciously unique. Gluten-free, egg-free, and sugar-free recipes ensure that this book is accessible to all dessert lovers. Beginners and experts will be reminded that baking is both easy and enjoyable when they read the practical advice and step-by-step instructions in each section. Swedish Cakes and Cookies is an essential resource for any home baker, and for anyone who loves to meet with friends for coffee and cake.

Tina Nordström?s Scandinavian Cooking: Simple Recipes for Home-Style Scandinavian Cuisine By Tina Nordström Skyhorse Publishing Hardcover (384 pages) List Price: $29.95* Lowest New Price: $18.57* Lowest Used Price: $10.84* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Charming, lovable, and a brilliant chef—that’s Tina! Sweden’s very own master chef, Tina Nordström, is here to stay with this lavish and delightful cookbook. It’s a book to dip into, cook from, spill on, and keep forever. Forget all the “dos” and “don’ts” that take the fun out of cooking. Perfectionism isn’t a word that exists in Tina’s kitchen, and you certainly don’t need a fancy set, unlimited time, or exclusive ingredients to succeed. Tina Nordström’s Scandinavian Cooking is 384 pages of culinary delight. Here’s a small taste of her homemade recipes: Roast beef with baked tomatoes and béarnaise sauce Salmon with warm grapes and capers Tina’s au gratin potatoes Grilled watermelon and peanut sauce Lemon meringue pie And many more delicious eats Tina opens the door into her kitchen and shares no fewer than two hundred of her favorite dishes. She also provides plenty of tips, shortcuts, and suggestions. Using Tina’s simple methods, you can transform one dish into another, turning a basic recipe for minced meat into Swedish, Italian, or Greek meatballs! Once you start cooking with Tina Nordström, you’ll never want to leave your kitchen! Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We’ve been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Scandinavian Gatherings: From Afternoon Fika to Midsummer Feast: 70 Simple Recipes & Crafts for Everyday Celebrations By Melissa Bahen Sasquatch Books Released: 2016-09-27 Hardcover (256 pages) List Price: $24.95* Lowest New Price: $13.42* Lowest Used Price: $13.46* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Sasquatch Books Product Description: Let Scandinavian Gatherings be your hygge handbook (pronounced hoo-ga) for cozy retreats in the comfort of your own home! With this darling collection of Scandinavian-inspired recipes, crafts, and entertaining ideas, you can turn your home into a stress-free hygge oasis and embrace relaxation the Nordic way. From the creator of the popular Lulu the Baker blog, Scandinavian Gatherings illustrates the Scandinavian spirit of simple pleasures through 10 seasonal, family-friendly gatherings filled with the flavors and traditions of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland (a region regularly reported as the happiest place on earth!).   The book boasts 30 simple craft projects for entertaining and decorating, as well as 40 accessible recipes that put a modern twist on sweet and savory Scandinavian treats. You’ll soon be warming your home with the comforting smells of Mom’s Maple Pecan Rings, Swedish Meat Pies, Lucia Buns, Hot Chocolate with Homemade Cardamom Marshmallows, and more.   With gatherings like Nordic Brunch, Woodland Tea Party, Afternoon Fika, Lucia Day, and Christmas Cookie Exchange, you’ll be able to relax with loved ones and enjoy the hygge atmosphere.

Swedish Summer Feasts: Favorite Recipes for Picnics, Brunches, and Barbecues by the Beach By Amanda Schulman Skyhorse Publishing Hardcover (160 pages) List Price: $24.99* Lowest New Price: $11.85* Lowest Used Price: $7.99* Usually ships in 1-2 business days* *(As of 04:25 Pacific 26 Jun 2017 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Each summer, three sisters and their families meet at their summer cottage by the coast of Sweden. There ensue glorious, lazy days of relaxation by the water and cooking light, rustic meals to eat by the light of the fading sun. There’s something special about Swedish summers: the late evenings, the vast empty beaches, and the need to enjoy every minute because the darkest nights are right around the corner. Food is naturally one of the highlights of the summer vacation, and in Swedish Summer Feasts, the sisters and their families share their favorite recipes and moments. Picnics by the beach, long barbecues in the evening, brunches that last all day, baking in the rain, parties, drinks, and snacks. Swedish Summer Feasts serves up recipes and inspiration for all the days of the summer. Whether you’re at the beach house or dreaming to be, the flavors of the seasonal ingredients, the atmospheric photos, and the times you’ll have enjoying these dishes will make this a summer to remember forever. Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We’ve been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.