Swedish Ärtsoppa is a traditional yellow pea soup, a comforting classic that has been popular since the Middle Ages. This is my simple and delicious vegetarian version (traditionally it’s cooked with ham hock), and a favorite of mine since I moved to Sweden. It’s a hearty soup and I like to serve it simply with…
If you’re new to bone marrow butter, you’re in for a treat! Using whole, fresh ingredients this compound butter is whipped to give it a light, velvety texture.
You don’t need green fingers to grow your own pea shoots and sprouts! Fast growing, their vibrant green colour is a welcome addition to any countertop or windowsill.
This has to be one of the simplest, most nutritious soup recipes you can make! And if you grow your own pea shoots, it’s also a really budget-friendly dish! Fresh pea shoots are cooked gently with garlic and shallots and blended into a smooth, creamy soup. So flavorful and full of nutrients! Pea shoots are…
Our little patch of wild garden has been completely overrun by Queen Annes Lace, this year. In fact I’ve seen a lot more of it on our hikes too so perhaps the mild conditions of this summer have been perfect for it to thrive. It’s also called Wild Carrot and its blossoms make the most…
With its deep fruity flavor, sweet tang, and beautiful golden color, Cloudberry Jam or Bakeapple Jam, as it’s sometimes called, is the Rolls-Royce of jams! You can also easily make this jam a seedless jelly! Making your own jam is so satisfying, and this classic Nordic recipe will have you off to a good start!…
I just adore whipped lemon butter! It’s a compound butter that’s smooth and light, with a refreshing tang from the lemon that perfectly complements the buttery richness. Perfect for spreading on hot sourdough toast, pancakes, roasted vegetables, and mashed potatoes! I first tasted lemon butter at a restaurant in Skanör, a small town in southern…
After experimenting with a recipe by the renowned Swedish chef Mathis Dahlgren, I found myself with some leftover fresh horseradish. Just enough to make some horseradish compound butter. Horseradish is a root vegetable that really doesn’t look like much, but it has a well-rounded flavor that adds an amazing kick to any dish. This butter…
While bone marrow tastes very mild on its own, it’s packed with umami ( natural flavor enhancers). Its nutty flavor, together with real butter, roasted garlic, fresh rosemary, and lemon zest, creates a compound butter that’s perfect for grilling season. Bone marrow butter is also delicious served with a charcuterie board or slathered on hot…
This recipe combines lemon zest from fresh lemons and coarse sea salt to create a versatile finishing salt with vibrant flavor. Since this recipe only uses lemon zest, not lemon juice, you won’t need a dehydrator to make it. The salt dries naturally overnight, and the lemon zest shrinks, leaving tiny bursts of bright lemon flavor….
This quick and flavorful wild garlic dressing adds buckets of flavor to even the simplest salads. It’s easy to whip together, and a dressing we look forward to making every spring. Ingredients Makes enough dressing for about two large salads. Equipment A food processor or stick blender / immersion blender and a wide-mouthed jar or…
It’s no secret that I adore wild garlic (or ramsons/ramps as it’s called in many parts of the world). This year we were late to foraging and pretty flowers had already appeared on the wild garlic, and though mild in flavor, they are so delicious! Wrapped in a simple batter and fried in coconut oil, these…
This simple Wild Spinach Quiche with mushrooms and cheddar cheese is a tasty and easy bake. The mild, slightly earthy flavor of wild spinach pairs perfectly with the richness of the mushroom and sharp cheddar, all in a simple crust. Wild spinach (Chenopodium album) grows in abundance in our rather wild little garden, and this…
The first of Advent has come at lightning speed this year, and this Saffron Basque Cheesecake is one of those quick-to-whip-together recipes that results in a luxurious and creamy Christmas cheesecake to impress! If you’ve never tasted a burnt Basque cheesecake, you’re in for a treat! It’s creamy and sweet, with all the deliciousness of a…
Swedish Christmas Toffee, or Knäck as it’s called here in Sweden, has a rich, buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with Saffron. Saffron is added to many sweet and savory dishes during the Nordic holiday season to add a touch of luxury. This toffee is made using simple ingredients and is sweet, chewy, and makes a…
A Swedish Meatball Sandwich is hands-down the best way to enjoy any leftover Swedish meatballs. Juicy meatballs are paired with a vibrant Swedish beetroot salad on an open sandwich for a quick and healthy meal. This classic Swedish recipe is a twist on an Italian meatball sub. You can also make a Swedish meatball sub…
Freshly cooked beetroot and crispy apple combine in a creamy dressing to make this traditional Swedish beet salad. It’s is a classic side dish, that adds color to any buffet table or as part of a Julbord (Swedish Christmas table). You’ll also find it’s a common everyday topping for open sandwiches like a Swedish Meatball Sandwich….
My twenty years in Sweden have given me a genuine appreciation for the humble meatball. It is a firm favorite on the Christmas table (Jul Bord ) but equally popular as a midweek meal served with potatoes, gravy, and Lingonberry Jam. Swedes are well known for their love of meatballs, and this authentic Swedish meatball recipe…
I love salad all year round, but I crave this Warm Roasted Cabbage Salad during the colder months! Roasted cabbage, warm feta cheese, toasted pine nuts, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and a refreshing dill dressing make a delicious and nutritious salad. It’s the perfect mid-week meal or side dish and is a great recipe…
Traditional Swedish Pizza salad is a side dish served at pizza restaurants all over Sweden. It’s a simple recipe that combines shredded white cabbage, olive oil, white wine vinegar, and black pepper to make a fresh cabbage salad. Its soft texture, slight crunch, and refreshing acidity make it surprisingly perfect with pizza! Swedish pizzerias Modern…
The Swedish Oven Pancake has a fluffy texture that is just so warm and comforting that it has become one of our favorite pancake recipes. It’s easy to make, and in Sweden, it’s a dish that’s served any time of the day, not just for breakfast! It suits a variety of toppings, from fresh fruit…
As the Christmas season approaches, you’ll find these golden yellow Swedish Saffron Cookies everywhere in Sweden. Though not originally a traditional Swedish recipe, they’ve become a beloved part of the Christmas season. They’re buttery, crumbly, and slightly sweet, and make a beautiful and delicious Christmas cookie that can, of course, be enjoyed any time of the year! Saffron and Sweden Saffron is popular…
Swedish Kålpudding, or Cabbage Meatloaf, is a delicious and easy-to-make dish enjoyed by home cooks and top chefs alike. Tender, tasty meatloaf is sandwiched between layers of caramelized cabbage and served with tart lingonberry sauce for a meal the whole family will love! Kålpudding is a classic Swedish comfort food – not to be confused…
Finding wild blackberries this year has been a challenge, with most wild bushes yielding only small, hard, red berries. Luckily, this refreshing blackberry milk with vanilla and cardamom is incredibly easy to make using fresh or frozen blackberries. And it tastes amazing! For more summer-inspired flavors, try these favorite; Swedish Blueberry Soup With Honey, Marrow…
Swedish Chocolate balls, a beloved Swedish classic found in every coffee shop, are among the most popular sweet treats in Sweden and the easiest treat to make at home! Made using simple ingredients, Swedish Chokladbollar are often the first thing a Swedish child learns to make, and this is a great recipe to start with. My best tips for making delicious chocolate…
Three simple ingredients, real butter, brown sugar, and whole wheat flour, combine to make buttery whole wheat shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth. And they’re lower on the glycemic index than cookies made with all-purpose flour, which makes me love them even more! I literally did a happy dance right there in the kitchen…
This classic Swedish preserve uses a combination of raspberries and blueberries to create a soft jam fit for a queen. You can use wild berries if you can pick your own, but frozen will work just as well. foraging in sweden In Sweden, foraging for wild berries is common, thanks to ‘Allamansrätten,’ the Swedish right…
You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make your own lingonberry jam using just fresh berries and sugar! Can’t find fresh lingonberries? Frozen berries work just fine! Lingonberry jam is a staple in every Swedish household. Its tart flavor perfectly complements everyday dishes, from Swedish meatballs and pancakes to wild game, making it…
Making marrow jam is the best way to use those overgrown garden courgettes! I was skeptical when my mum first suggested using a vegetable to make jam, but now I look forward to marrow season! Rest assured, it doesn’t taste at all like there are vegetables in it. The marrow becomes a silky carrier for…
These salted lemon shortbread cookies are divine! Sweet, buttery shortbread infused with fresh lemon zest and topped with a sprinkle of salt – I can’t get enough! Lemon lovers, let me know what you think in the comments below! These cookies are inspired by Swedish people’s love of strangely salty foods. Salted chocolate and even…
Wildflowers add a splash of color and are a fun way to support local pollinators! The best time to start planning is early spring. You only need a pot with drainage holes, some sandy soil, native wildflower seeds, a sunny spot, and a little TLC.
A simple yet refreshing chilled sorrel soup with buckets of spring flavor! The best part? No cooking required!
This fresh wild garlic pesto recipe is a great way to celebrate the return of spring! Wild garlic leaves, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt, combine to make a fresh pesto that’s ready within minutes. It’s a delicious alternative to basil pesto has a mild garlic flavor, and is perfect for a quick pasta dish or to dress up roast veggies and more!
This wild garlic butter recipe tastes divine, is easy to make and is a great way to preserve wild garlic long past its short season!
Golden brown pancakes filled with fresh green wild garlic goodness, these Wild Garlic Pancakes are the perfect springtime meal!
This delicious recipe is ready in minutes and is a family favorite because who doesn’t love a creamy wild garlic hummus?
It’s so easy. to make your own Wild Garlic Salt! It has so much flavor and makes the most beautiful, vibrant green finishing salt!
This Wild Garlic and Nettle Soup is mild and creamy and full of foraged goodness! Stinging nettles pair perfectly with flavorful wild garlic, which adds balance to the otherwise earthy flavor of nettle soup. This is a great recipe to make in early spring when wild edibles are abundant. The best time to forage nettles…
This flavourful oil is made by infusing extra virgin olive oil with fresh wild garlic leaves. Its incredible flavor combined with its showstopping green color makes it perfect for drizzling over a variety of dishes for a stunning finish. Allium Ursinum : Also called Wild leek, Ramsons, Ramps, Bear’s Garlic, Bear Leek, Cow’s Leek, Buckrams…
Wild garlic is the star of the show in this wild Garlic and frittata recipe – together with pastured eggs, sweet bell pepper, and a sprinkle of goat cheese, this dish has it all! We often serve it as a breakfast frittata, though it makes a quick and filling meal for any time of the…
