Nordic Ground Beef and Potato Bake (Jauheliha-perunavuoka)

Published: 7/31/2026

A quintessential Finnish comfort food, this one-pan bake is a weekly staple in Nordic households. It is celebrated for its simplicity, making it an ideal family dinner that tastes even better as leftovers the following day.

Ingredients (6 servings)

• 1.5 lbs (680 g) Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef (90% or leaner)
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp (6 g) salt
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (0.5 g) ground allspice (the signature Nordic spice for beef)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and onion until the onion is translucent. Season with salt, black pepper, and allspice.
3. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer the sliced potatoes and the beef mixture, starting and ending with a layer of potatoes.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs to create the “egg milk” (munamaito) binder. Pour the mixture evenly over the dish.
5. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.

Pro Tips

• High-Protein Note: Using lean beef and eggs, this dish provides approximately 35g of protein per serving, supporting muscle recovery and satiety.

See Also

• Classic Beef Stroganoff (Finnish Style)
• Creamy Chicken & Potato Casserole (Nordic Bake)
• Creamy Nordic Chicken Fricassée (Kanaviillokki)

Categories: mains, comfort-food