Meals at Salolampi

Dumpling Soup

A cool autumn breeze and a gathering of close friends is the perfect opportunity to share this delicious Finnish soup.

Serves 10

12 cups - Beef Broth
2 count - Bay Leaves
10 count - Whole Allspice
4 count - Russet Baking Potatoes, chunked
1 cup - Flour
1 tsp - Salt
1 Tbsp - Butter
2 count - Eggs

Simmer the potatoes, bay leaves, and allspice in the beef broth until the potatoes are tender. Remove them, discard the bay leaves and allspice and mash the potatoes. Combine the mashed potatoes with the remaining ingredients and two tablespoons of the beef broth. Bring the beef broth to a slow boil, and drop the tablespoon size dumplings into the broth. When all the dumplings rise to the top, simmer for 10 minutes and serve.

Salolampi meals are served family style and feature typical Finnish cuisine for example fish, meat, berries, and vegetables. You’ll start your day with a breakfast buffet, similar to those offered in Finnish hotels. There’s always something to please every palate in this energizing morning meal, including a variety of breads, cheese and sausage slices, fresh fruits and vegetables, juices, eggs, yogurt, and cereals. 

At lunch and dinner, you will get a taste of Finnish favorites such as those served in many Finnish homes, restaurants and schools. Everyone loves the pannukakku, a Finnish oven pancake, and Karjalan piirakat, Karelian pastries. Other typical foods include a variety of soups and stews, meat or vegetable pastries and casseroles. Dairy products are popular in Finland, and modern Finnish cuisine offers a lot of healthy vegetables. Fresh tomatoes and cucumbers are available at many meals — including breakfast!

Salolampi chefs always use fresh ingredients and select dishes they know you will enjoy. If you have food allergies, are vegetarian, or have other special dietary needs, just let us know. The chefs at Salolampi will be happy to provide authentic and delicious meals that suit your needs, and your counselors will be there to help you. 

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