One Day, One Church, 92 Years of History: Lutefisk Lives On in Williston North Dakota

The tradition continues on February 28 in Williston. It's the annual lutefisk & meatball dinner at First Lutheran Church. It's hard to believe this big event has been going on for 92 years. The dinner itself is outstanding. It's a great opportunity for members of the church to work together to pull off this fundraiser. Everything from making the famous plum sauce, peeling potatoes, rolling meatballs, rice making, lefse prep, and cutting lutefisk.  However, I saved the most exciting part for last. You read that right...cutting lutefisk. Everyone comes together to pull it off.

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What is Lutefisk

Lutefisk is made from aged or dried and salted cod cured in lye. It is gelatinous in texture after being rehydrated for days before eating. I know. I can see you shaking your head. Remember, everyone involved with this is proud of their history and traditions. This is a way to celebrate our Scandinavian heritage. I will not lie, I have had it, and it is an acquired taste. If you have not had it, you should at least try it. It's not that it tasted bad...it's a texture thing for me. The meatballs and the rice pudding are my favorites. The meal is served family-style, so it's nice to eat and catch up with those you haven't seen in a while.

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Ticket Prices

• Adults & High School students - $25.00
• All Other Students - $10.00
• 90 years old+ and Pre-school - Free
• Tickets will be available at the door

This meal, along with many events at the church, is proudly put on by volunteers. Thanks to all involved with this meal, and for keeping our heritage and traditions strong!