Gramma Grampa Fjerstad's Lefse

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Norwegian tradition with "Gramma Grampa Fjerstad's Lefse," a beloved family recipe that's been passed down through generations. Crafted from velvety mashed russet potatoes blended with a touch of butter, cream, and salt, this classic soft flatbread is a labor of love. The dough is gently rolled into whisper-thin rounds and cooked to perfection on a hot griddle, creating delicate golden spots that hint at its authentic heritage. Perfect for serving warm with butter, sugar, or lingonberry jam, this lefse is both a nostalgic treat and a versatile side dish. With simple ingredients and time-honored techniques, this homemade lefse brings a taste of Scandinavian comfort to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups (mashed) Russet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Flour (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the russet potatoes. Boil them in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and mash them while still hot until smooth. Let the mashed potatoes cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Once the potatoes are cool, mix in the butter, heavy cream, and salt until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the potato mixture, kneading gently to form a soft, smooth dough. Avoid overworking the dough.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Cover with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying out.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and rolling pin. Roll out one dough ball at a time into a thin circle, about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 7

Preheat a dry griddle or flat skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto the hot griddle. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until light brown spots appear.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining dough balls, stacking the cooked lefse between clean kitchen towels to keep them warm and soft.

Step 10

Serve warm with butter, sugar, lingonberry jam, or any filling of your choice. Lefse can also be stored in an airtight container and reheated later.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1756.7

Total Fat 24.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 61mg	0%
Sodium 2472.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.9mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 4138.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.6%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 77.1%