Älplermagronen
🇨🇭 A dish from Switzerland
Älplermagronen, also spelled Älplermakkaronen, is a dish from the Alpine regions of Switzerland, consisting of pasta, potatoes, cream, cheese, and onions. The name is made up of "Älpler" as a designation for the Alpine herder and "Magronen", which was taken as a loan word from the Italian word maccheroni.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | macaroni pasta, potatoes, cream, melted cheese, onions |
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| 🔥Cooking method | boiled then baked or layered, topped with fried onions |
| 👅Flavour & style | rich, creamy, cheesy, hearty comfort food |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | hearty main meal, often served with stewed apple sauce |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Älplermagronen come from?
Älplermagronen is a dish that originated in Switzerland.
What is Älplermagronen?
Älplermagronen, also spelled Älplermakkaronen, is a dish from the Alpine regions of Switzerland, consisting of pasta, potatoes, cream, cheese, and onions. The name is made up of "Älpler" as a designation for the Alpine herder and "Magronen", which was taken as a loan word from the Italian word maccheroni.