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New Scandinavian Cooking

Norwegian Versions of Classic Recipes

Season 6 Episode 603

Are tacos originally from Norway? And gnocchi? How about American pancakes? As Andreas travels through Norway’s biggest national park and the beautiful Gudbrand’s valley in western Norway he investigates traditional recipes that are deceptively similar to classic Mexican, Italian and American dishes, and just as tasty.

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Chocolate of the North
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Andreas cooks several recipes using chocolate, a favorite of Norwegians.
The Smokehouse
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Andreas combines salted and smoked lamb with three different, fresh-tasting dips.
Mountain Lamb
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Andreas visits the mountain of Hallingskarvet and the valley of Hemsedal.
The Grain Belt of the Country
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Andreas visits Nes in Eastern Norway, the grain belt of the country.
Mighty Volcanic Oven
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Andreas visits hot spots around Iceland, even grilling inside of a volcano.
Back to the Roots
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26:40
Andreas channels the Vikings as he travels west to Iceland.
Close to Home
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Visit Andreas at his farm in Southern Norway for Sunday roast with oxtail sauce.
The Sweetest Cheese
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Andreas cooks using the Norwegian delicacy known as brown cheese.
Packed to Go
27:00
A packed lunch is an important part of the Scandinavian food tradition.
Rain & Rainbows
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Andreas visits the fishing capital of Bergen, the wettest city in Norway.
Captain Haddock
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Andreas visits the wind-blown peninsula of Stad, where boats set sail to catch haddock.
Fire in the Belly
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Andreas examines how fire changed the way people cook.
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