Learning to Be Swedish

Learning to Be Swedish

Monday, March 3, 2014

Fläskpannkaka - Not Your Ordinary Swedish Pancake


One of the most well-known Swedish foods in America is the Swedish pancake (pannkaka). These crepe-like griddle cakes are thin, dense, and delightful. Served with whipped cream and lingonberries - mmmm!

But here's something a little different. The pork pancake (fläskpannkaka). It combines two of my many favorite things: Swedish pancakes and bacon. 

This is a well-loved Swedish dinner dish because of its simplicity. It's a great weekend breakfast dish or dinner on a busy weeknight. With only four ingredients, it's a snap to put together. 

Ingredients:
  • 3/4 pound bacon;
  • 3 eggs;
  • 3 1/4 cups milk;
  • 1 3/4 cup flour;

Preheat oven to 425º F. 

Cut bacon into small pieces. Place in 9" by 12" baking dish, and put into the oven to brown. Stir occasionally. This should take about 5 minutes. 













While bacon cooks, whisk together eggs, milk, and flour. Mixture will have the consistency of a thick cream. 











Once bacon is browned, remove dish from oven and pour mixture over bacon. Return to oven, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Pancake will be set and lightly browning. 











Remove from oven, and let sit for a few minutes before cutting. Serve with lingonberries or by itself. 


Wasn't that an easy dinner? Try it on March 4th, which is International Pancake Day.

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