World Flavors Cookbook

Maksalaatikko (Liver Casserole)

Name: Maksalaatikko (Liver Casserole)
Cook time: 60 min
Cuisine: Finland
Ingredients: 1 lb ground liver, 1 cup rice, 2 cups milk, 1 onion, 1/2 cup raisins, 2 tbsp dark syrup, 1 tsp marjoram, salt.

A traditional casserole made from ground liver, rice, and raisins. A polarizing but iconic staple often eaten with lingonberry jam.

Cuisine: Finland

Ingredients

1 lb ground liver, 1 cup rice, 2 cups milk, 1 onion, 1/2 cup raisins, 2 tbsp dark syrup, 1 tsp marjoram, salt.

Instructions

Cook rice in milk. Mix with ground liver, sautéed onion, raisins, syrup, and spices. Pour into a greased dish and dot with butter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour.