Follow these steps for perfect results
cream
shortening
melted
riced potatoes
cold
all-purpose flour
sifted
sugar
sifted
salt
butter
softened
sugar
Heat cream and shortening in a saucepan until shortening is melted.
Cool the mixture and then add it to the cold, riced potatoes.
Sift together flour, sugar, and salt in a separate bowl.
Add the dry ingredients to the potato mixture and mix until combined.
Take a piece of dough (slightly smaller than a tennis ball) and roll it out on a floured cloth into a very thin circle.
Using a lefsa turner or a long, thin spatula, carefully lift the rolled dough and transfer it to a preheated lefsa or pancake griddle at 425 degrees F.
Bake until lightly browned on both sides, flipping with the lefsa turner.
Serve warm or cooled, spread with softened butter and sugar, and then rolled up.
Cut into quarters for serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Roll the dough as thinly as possible for the best texture.
Keep a close eye on the lefsa while it's cooking, as it can burn quickly.
For a richer flavor, use browned butter.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.
Serve on a wooden board or platter.
Serve with lingonberry jam
Serve with cinnamon sugar
Serve with cream cheese
Balances the sweetness.
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Traditional Norwegian flatbread, often served during holidays.
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