Pierogies, a beloved dish of Polish cuisine, are delectable dumplings that have captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. These soft and pillowy pockets of dough are filled with a variety of savory or sweet ingredients, offering a symphony of flavors in every bite. From classic fillings like potato and cheese to creative options such as sauerkraut and mushrooms, pierogies cater to a wide range of palates. Whether you prefer them boiled, fried, or baked, these versatile dumplings are sure to tantalize your taste buds. This article presents a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that will guide you in creating mouthwatering pierogies from scratch. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the rich heritage and deliciousness of this Polish delicacy.
Pierogi Recipes Included:
* Lazy Girl's Pierogies: A simplified version of the traditional pierogi, this recipe uses wonton wrappers instead of making dough from scratch. Filled with a mixture of mashed potatoes, cheese, and onions, these pierogies are pan-fried until golden brown, resulting in a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior.
* Classic Potato and Cheese Pierogies: This recipe takes you back to the basics of pierogi making. Homemade dough is filled with a creamy blend of mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and sautéed onions, then boiled until tender. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and crispy bacon bits for an authentic Polish experience.
* Sweet Pierogies with Fruit Filling: For those with a sweet tooth, this recipe offers a delightful twist on the traditional pierogi. A sweet dough is filled with a mixture of fresh or frozen fruit, sugar, and spices, then boiled and topped with a drizzle of melted butter and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. These pierogies are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a special treat.
* Pierogi Casserole: This hearty and comforting dish is a great way to enjoy pierogies in a new and convenient way. Simply layer boiled pierogies with your favorite sauce, cheese, and additional fillings in a baking dish, then bake until bubbly and golden brown. This casserole is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a quick and easy weeknight meal.
* Pierogi Soup: This flavorful soup is a fantastic way to warm up on a cold day. Homemade or store-bought pierogies are simmered in a savory broth along with vegetables, herbs, and spices, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Serve with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete and comforting dish.
LAZY GIRLS PIEROGIES
This recipe came from my Nana and she called it lazy girls pierogies. It has the same delicious taste of homemade pierogies only with out all the work of making and rolling and stuffing the dough. This is a great way to have those yummy pierogies when you just dont have all day to stand in the kitchen! I know youre gonna love...
Provided by Deneece Gursky
Categories Savory Pies
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Grease a lasagna pan with non stick baking spray.
- 2. Mix both fillings in seperate bowls.
- 3. Add a layer of noodles to the lasagna pan. Spoom the first filling over the noodles and spread it to cover them.
- 4. Add another layer of noodles and spread the second filling over them.
- 5. Now add the third layer of noodles.
- 6. Melt butter in a pan and saute onions until cooked thru. Pour the butter and onions over the noodles.
- 7. Cover the lasagna pan and bake in preheated 350 degree oven for about 30 to 35 minutes or until it is heated completely thru.
- 8. Allow to cool on counter for a few minutes before serving.
- 9. Slice pieces and serve topped with more butter, sour creme, onions, salsa, and /or scallions! We prefer ours with just butter and onions and scallions : )
GREAT-GRAMMA'S LAZY PIEROGI
I know there are many ways to make lazy pierogi. This is a recipe my Great Gramma taught me. Pretty easy and oh so delish!!
Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal
Categories Pasta Sides
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Boil and set aside pasta.
- 2. In large frying pan cook bacon, set aside. Crumble. Same pan toss in butter melt, and saute mushrooms and onion till softened, turn pan to med, toss drained kraut in pan cook for 5 minutes to marry flavors. Add soup and bacon stir well.
- 3. Add cooked Pasta to pan stir well. Transfer to low setting crockpot and let the flavors come together for hour. Longer sits the better the flavor. Serve as main dish or side with keilbasa or protien of choice.
LAZY PIEROGI
These tender little dumplings, with a mild cheese flavor, are delicious and a great side dish for any meat dish. -Jo Keller, Lorain, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese and eggs. Stir in the flour, salt and 1 tablespoon butter. , In a Dutch oven, bring 3 qts. of water to a boil. Reduce heat. Drop batter by tablespoonfuls into simmering water, stirring gently to prevent sticking; cook pierogi in batches for 4-6 minutes or until slightly firm. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain; cool slightly. , In a large skillet, saute onion and pierogi in remaining butter until lightly browned. Serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LAZY PEROGIES
The deliciousness of perogies, all done up in a 9x11-inch pan...mmmmm!
Provided by Tonja Popowski
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, stir in the lasagna noodles, about 3 or 4 at a time, and return to a boil. Cook the noodles uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes per batch. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, and lay the cooked noodles flat on waxed paper or aluminum foil while you finish cooking the rest of the noodles.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x11-inch baking dish.
- Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes with the milk and butter until smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon of onion salt, and season with salt and pepper. Set the mashed potatoes aside to cool. When cooled, mix with shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and almost crisp, about 10 minutes. Place the onion into the hot bacon fat, and cook and stir until the onion is translucent, about 8 minutes. Break the bacon into pieces with a spoon or spatula, and set the bacon and onion aside. Mix the cottage cheese, egg, and 1 teaspoon of onion salt in a bowl.
- To make the casserole, place 3 lasagna noodles into the prepared baking dish, and spread with the cottage cheese mixture in an even layer. Top the cottage cheese with 3 more lasagna noodles, then spread potato-cheese mixture in a layer. Top the mashed potato layer with 3 more noodles, then spread the bacon and onion into an even layer on top of the casserole.
- Cover the casserole with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot, about 30 minutes. Allow to set for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 45.7 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 689.2 mg, Sugar 4 g
LAZY LAZY PIEROGIES
I'm not Polish, but this dish has great childhood memories for me. In true lazy fashion, I use potato flakes and no-bake lasagna noodles. Ready shredded cheese would save an extra step, as well. Serve it with sour cream and a side of fresh haricot verts and no one needs to know how lazy you really were.
Provided by freshchef
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 9x9 pan, 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In 2 quart saucepan, saute the onions in the olive oil over medium-high heat until the onions are beginning to soften.
- Add the mushrooms and saute 5-8 minutes until the mushrooms are soft and the onions are beginning to brown.
- Add the sauerkraut and 2/3 Cup of water.
- Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
- Add the butter and turn off the heat. (Mixture should be very moist. Too dry? Add more water. I usually have about 1/2 Cup of water resting in the bottom of the pan.).
- In a 8 Cup bowl, add the potato flakes and pour the hot water over them.
- Stir quickly, then add the milk, 1/2 Cup at a time to reach a consistency a little looser than toothpaste. (Still holds its shape, but is very soft).
- Add the salt, pepper and cheeses and stir well to combine.
- In the bottom of a 9x9 pan, add 3-4 lasagna noodles.
- Spread 1/3 the potato mixture over the noodles, then 1/3 the sauerkraut.
- Repeat layers ending with the last 1/3 of sauerkraut. This comes right to the top of the pan for me.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake in a 350 degree oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out hot.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Cut into 9 squares and serve with dollops of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.5, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 1136.6, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 11.2
LAZY PIEROGI
For this tasty pierogi casserole, sauerkraut, onion, mushrooms, and pasta are combined and baked in a rich, buttery sauce. If you are making this ahead and are going to reheat it in the oven you may have to add a little water. If cold, bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Provided by Bea Gassman
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the sauerkraut and onion in a large skillet over medium-low heat with enough water to cover. Simmer 1 hour, or until most of the water has cooked off.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, saute the mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of the butter for about 5 minutes.
- Stir the remaining butter, cooked pasta, and cream of mushroom soup into the sauerkraut mixture. Cook and stir 15 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 1787.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
Tips:
- Use store-bought pierogi dough: This will save you a lot of time and effort. You can find pierogi dough in the freezer section of most grocery stores.
- Cook the pierogi in batches: Don't overcrowd the pan, or the pierogi will stick together and not cook evenly.
- Don't boil the pierogi: Boiling will make the pierogi mushy. Instead, pan-fry them or bake them.
- Serve the pierogi with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include sour cream, butter, bacon, onions, and cheese.
- Get creative with your fillings: You can use any type of filling you like in your pierogi. Some popular fillings include potatoes, cheese, sauerkraut, and meat.
Conclusion:
Pierogi are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal, or they can be dressed up for a special occasion. With so many different ways to make and serve them, there is sure to be a pierogi recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, be sure to give pierogi a try!
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