Sweetened Potato Casserole (Imelletty Perunalaatikko)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Traditional Finnish Sweetened Potato Casserole - Imelletty Perunalaatikko

by The Chefin Side

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

Imelletty Perunalaatikko, or sweetened potato casserole, is a traditional Finnish recipe that dates back hundreds of years. It was traditionally made around Christmas time, but it has since become a popular side dish that is enjoyed throughout the year. This dish is typically served alongside ham or roast beef, but it can also be enjoyed as a vegetarian main dish. The combination of sweetened potatoes with warm spices like nutmeg makes for a flavorful and comforting dish that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes. Rinse them with cold water and drain well.
2.	In a large pot, bring the milk to a boil. Add the chopped potatoes and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft.
3.	Remove from heat and drain the potatoes, reserving the milk. Transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
4.	Preheat the oven to 200°C. Grease a large casserole dish with butter or margarine.
5.	Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until they are smooth.
6.	Add the flour, butter or margarine, salt, nutmeg, and treacle (if using) to the potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
7.	Slowly pour in the reserved milk, stirring constantly, until you have a smooth, creamy mixture.
8.	Pour the potato mixture into the greased casserole dish and smooth out the top.
9.	Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

PROS

This dish is a delicious and traditional Finnish recipe that is easy to make and perfect for potlucks or family dinners.
It is a comforting, filling, and flavorful side dish that goes well with a variety of different main courses.

This recipe is also vegetarian-friendly.

CONS

This dish is higher in carbohydrates and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They are also lower in calories than regular potatoes and have a lower glycemic index, which means that they won’t cause your blood sugar levels to spike as much.
Nutmeg has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce inflammation in the body.

	1 kg floury potato
	50 ml all-purpose flour
	500 ml milk
	50 g butter or 50 g margarine
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	2 -3 tablespoons treacle ( optional )