Swedish Potato Dumplings with Bacon and Lingonberry Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and boiled (800g / 28oz) 4 large potatoes, peeled and boiled (800g / 28oz)
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Lingonberry sauce, for serving Lingonberry sauce, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 2g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, and salt. Mix well until a dough forms.
3. 3.
   Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a spoonful of crumbled bacon in the center and fold the dough over to enclose the filling. Roll it into a ball shape.
4. 4.
   Repeat the process with the remaining dough and bacon.
5. 5.
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
6. 6.
   Remove the dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon and serve hot with lingonberry sauce.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to thoroughly boil the potatoes until they are soft and easily mashable. This will ensure a smooth texture for the dumplings.
• Lingonberry sauce — If you can't find lingonberry sauce, you can substitute it with cranberry sauce for a similar tangy flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• To add extra flavor, you can sauté the bacon before crumbling it and adding it to the dumplings.
• Serve the kroppkaka with a dollop of sour cream for a creamy and tangy addition.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can substitute the bacon with sautéed mushrooms for a delicious alternative.

Serving advice

Serve the kroppkaka hot, topped with lingonberry sauce and a side of sour cream. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the kroppkaka on a platter, drizzle the lingonberry sauce over them, and sprinkle some chopped parsley on top. Serve with a side of sour cream in a small bowl for dipping.