torsdag 23. september 2010

Lamb in Cabbage The National Fårikål Day 30. September


Fårikål is Norway’s national dish. A casserole of seasonal lamb and cabbage makes this simple dish a favourite Autumn treat. It is traditionally served with new potatoes and crispy flatbread. Leftovers are a must. Like any great casserole, Fårikål will mature with age and by the fourth day, after the meat and cabbage has been eaten, the leftovers makes a great soup stock.

Whatever the season, when you eat fårikål it feels just like home. But there is no need for you to wait to get to Norway before trying some – why not celebrate National Fårikål day with us. On the last Thursday of September every year Norway celebrates their national dish with, of course, all you can eat fårikål! Below is the traditional recipe – it’s quick and easy as the dish cooks itself:


Recipe

500g of mutton bits – on the bone ( Lamb and cabbage just as much)
1/2 small cabbage choped into 1/8
Teaspoon of peppercorns
Pinch of salt
(Boiled new potatoes for the side)

Chuck everything into a casserole pot. Fill the pot with enough water to cover 2/3 of the ingredients. Put on the lid and bring to the boil. Let it simmer for two hours or until the meat falls off the bone. If the dish looks ugly then it’s perfect!

torsdag 16. september 2010

Walking trip to Vakkerhumpen in Sørreisa

 

The mountains are ablaze with colours. September is a beautiful time in Norway. Autumn is filled with beautiful and warm colors. Here some pictures from my trip to Vakkerhumpen. On the top you can enjoy the views from all sides. Beautiful spot.

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If you want to visit Sørreisa or other places in Troms, Norway. Read more on this page www.visittroms.no