World Flavors Cookbook

Imelletty Perunalaatikko (Sweetened Potato Casserole)

Name: Imelletty Perunalaatikko (Sweetened Potato Casserole)
Cook time: 180 min
Cuisine: Finland
Ingredients: 2 lbs starchy potatoes, 1/4 cup flour, 2 cups milk, 2 tbsp butter, salt.

A traditional Christmas dish where mashed potatoes are naturally sweetened through a slow-heating process with flour.

Cuisine: Finland

Ingredients

2 lbs starchy potatoes, 1/4 cup flour, 2 cups milk, 2 tbsp butter, salt.

Instructions

Boil and mash potatoes. Let cool to 140°F (60°C). Stir in flour. Keep warm (in a low oven or wrapped) for 4-6 hours until it tastes sweet. Mix in milk, butter, and salt. Bake in a dish at 300°F (150°C) for 2-3 hours.