MOR-MOR WALLBERG'S FRUKTSOPPA (SWEDISH FRUIT SOUP)

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I'm of mixed European heritages. My two grandmothers were Swedish and Italian/French so my cooking influences are varied and eclectic. This recipe is something that my Swedish grandmother, and later my mother, made during holidays among other very traditional dishes such as Limpa (Sweet Rye Bread) so now it's become a comfort...

Provided by Chandra Curtis

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 c dried apricots, pitted
3/4 c dried prunes, pitted
1/2 c raisins
1/2 c golden raisins or white raisins
6 c water
1 c fruit juice (mixed fruit/white grape-peach/your preference)(i prefer to make strawberry or raspberry gelatin using half the water called for (unrefrigerated) into a juice and omit the sugar.)
2 stick cinnamon - broken in half
1/2 lemon, halved and sliced thin
1/4 c quick cooking tapioca
3/4 c sugar
3/4 c orange - peeled, diced or 1 small can mandarin oranges
1 apple - peeled, cored, and sliced or diced
optional: to spice this up, you can add a pinch of powdered nutmeg or cloves

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, soak the apricots, prunes, and raisins in 6 cups of water for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Add juice (or gelatin mixture), cinnamon, lemon, tapioca and sugar (and optional nutmeg or cloves) and bring to a boil.
  • 3. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • 4. Uncover and add the apple slices and simmer an additional 5 minutes, or more, until the apples are tender.
  • 5. When the soup is "done", the fruit should be plumped and tender and the consistency of the "soup" should be similar to a cooked pie filling before it's cooled. If this does not happen (I've had this happen at different altitudes, etc.), mix tapioca starch with a little cold water and add to the mixture, a little at a time, until the consistency is right. Add a little water or juice if the mixture is too thick.
  • 6. Pour the mixture into a bowl and cool at room temperature. Remove the cinnamon sticks.
  • 7. Can be served warm, room temperature, cold, or frozen. The most common accompaniment is cream or ice cream.
  • 8. To each serving: 1 tsp Wine, rum, cognac or other liquors can be added, at serving time, to make this into an adult version or during cooking to add to the flavor.

Susan Bozeman
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This is the best fruit soup I've ever had!


Masum Mia
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I can't wait to make this soup again! It's definitely going to be a summer staple.


Genoveva Gomez
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This soup is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Steven Harunah
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I've never had anything like this before. It's so unique and flavorful.


Netani Seruwaqa
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I'm not sure what I was expecting, but this soup exceeded all my expectations. It's simply delicious.


Qaiser Mehmood
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves Swedish cuisine.


Raihan Ashik
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit soup, but this one is a game-changer. It's so light and refreshing.


John Charles Nuwagaba
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bowl in the fridge during the summer.


Kadiatou D Bah
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I love the vibrant colors of this soup! It's almost too pretty to eat.


Ror Jan
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This soup is so easy to make and it's perfect for a summer gathering.


Salman Taseer
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


Shirlee Lane
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This Swedish fruit soup is a delightful and refreshing treat! The combination of sweet and tart fruits with the creamy yogurt is simply divine.