The Traditional Swedish Cookbook: Recipes from the Land of the Midnight Sun

Swedish cooking is greatly influenced by its cold, northern location. Winters are long, and fresh vegetables aren’t always available. Root vegetables, however, such as potatoes and beets, do grow plentifully in Sweden and make up the primary source of complex carbohydrates.

Swedish food is very mild. The country was never a part of the European spice trade, and many dishes are flavored by a delectable dill sauce. A favorite accompaniment to just about any meal is lingonberry. From breakfast, lunch to dinner, lingonberry jam finds its way to the table.

Surrounded by the sea, Sweden makes full use of its abundance. Herring, salmon, and other types of fish are a staple. This Swedish Cookbook has many traditional recipes for preparing seafood the traditional Swedish way. Potatoes, especially boiled, accompany many seafood dishes. Herring and boiled potatoes are a national favorite.

While there are many types of bread in Sweden, everyone loves their crispbread, which can be topped by just about anything. This Swedish Cookbook has some great ideas for the perfect crispbread sandwich.

The recipes in this Swedish Cookbook are tasty, easy-to-prepare and will make you feel like a Viking. Skoal!