Best 2 Ham And Pierogies Recipes

Pierogies, also known as Polish dumplings, are a hearty and comforting dish enjoyed by people of all ages. These little pockets of dough can be filled with a variety of ingredients, including potatoes, cheese, sauerkraut, and meat. In this article, we're sharing two delicious recipes for ham and pierogies: a classic version and a cheesy baked version.

**Classic Ham and Pierogies:**

This classic recipe features a simple filling of ham and onions, seasoned with salt and pepper. The pierogies are boiled until they float to the top, then served with melted butter and sour cream.

**Cheesy Baked Ham and Pierogies:**

This recipe takes the classic ham and pierogies to the next level by adding a layer of melted cheese. The pierogies are baked in a casserole dish until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

Both of these recipes are easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a traditional Polish dish or a new twist on an old favorite, these ham and pierogie recipes are sure to satisfy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM AND PIEROGIES

Ham and Pierogies image

Pan-fried ham and frozen pierogies. Easy and simple, yet filling!

Provided by anmlnrs

Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

cooking spray
2 (12.8 ounce) boxes frozen potato pierogies
3 tablespoons butter
2 (8 ounce) ham steaks, diced
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
2 green onions, diced, or to taste
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a jelly roll pan with aluminum foil; spray with cooking spray.
Arrange pierogies on the prepared pan; spray pierogies with cooking spray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 10 minutes; flip pierogies and continue baking until lightly golden, 9 to 10 more minutes.
Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat; cook and stir ham, mushrooms, green onions, and garlic in the melted butter until ham and mushrooms are lightly brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir pierogies into ham mixture; cook until flavors have blended, about 5 minutes.
Mix mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk together in a bowl; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour soup mixture over ham-pierogie mixture. Cook and stir until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1879.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

PIEROGIES STUFFED WITH GRUYERE AND HAM

Pierogies Stuffed with Gruyere and Ham image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 18 to 20 pierogies

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups peeled and diced Yukon gold potatoes
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup minced smoked ham
1/2 cup diced Gruyere
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 large egg
1/4 cup sour cream, plus additional for garnish
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

For the mashed potatoes: In a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, add the potatoes, garlic, sea salt and 1 quart cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Discard all but 1/2 cup water. Transfer the potatoes and garlic to a bowl. Add the cream and butter and use an immersion blender to create a mash; don't overblend. Season with kosher salt and pepper.
For the pierogies: Mix 1 cup of the prepared mashed potatoes with the ham, Gruyere, 2 tablespoons butter and the chives. (Reserve any remaining mashed potatoes for another use.)
Add the flour, egg, 1 tablespoon butter, sour cream, kosher salt and 1 cup cold water to a food processor. Mix the dough gently until it turns into a ball and let rest 1 hour or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thick. Cut out 3-inch rounds. Brush the dough with a bit of water, then add 2 teaspoons potato-ham mixture. Fold the dough in half and seal the edges with a fork. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Fill a high-sided saute pan with salted water and bring to a simmer. Add the pierogies and gently simmer the pierogies for 2 minutes, drain and dry. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter plus the olive oil to a large cast-iron skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the pierogies and cook until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes total. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve with sour cream on the side.

Tips:

To save time, use pre-made pierogies. You can find them in the freezer section of most grocery stores.
If you have the time, try making your own pierogies. It's a fun and rewarding experience.
Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the pierogies. This will help them cook evenly.
Don't overcrowd the pan. Cook the pierogies in batches if necessary.
Cook the pierogies until they are golden brown and crispy.
Serve the pierogies with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, butter, and caramelized onions.

Conclusion:

Ham and pierogies is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give ham and pierogies a try. You won't be disappointed!