“As a Swedish-born Finnish woman, cooking has always been a way for me to connect with my roots. Food is an expression of love, and the recipes I grew up with are some of my most cherished memories. Today, I want to share with you one of my favorite Finnish recipes: Karjalanpiirakka, or Karelian pasty.”

This dish, with its buttery crust and savory rice porridge filling, is not just food – it’s a piece of history. My mother taught me how to make these pasties when I was a little girl, and now I make them for my family. It’s a tradition I keep alive with every batch I bake.

In this blog post, I’ll take you through the entire process, from making the dough to shaping the pasties. I’ll also share a few tips and tricks I’ve learned along the way, so you can make them yourself, no matter where you are in the world.

Cooking isn’t just about following a recipe; it’s about infusing love and care into every step. And that’s how I approach everything in my life – with passion and authenticity.