Pierogi Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the best of two worlds: the classic Polish pierogi and a cheesy, casserole-style bake. This dish is perfect for a lazy day when you're craving something delicious but don't want to put in a lot of effort. The casserole is made with frozen pierogi, a creamy sauce, and plenty of cheese. It's then baked until golden brown and bubbly. This recipe also includes instructions for making your own pierogi from scratch, if you're feeling ambitious. Additionally, there's a section dedicated to vegetarian and vegan variations of the casserole, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delicious dish. Whether you're a fan of traditional pierogi or simply looking for a new casserole recipe, this Lazy Pierogi Casserole is sure to satisfy your cravings.
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CROCK POT LAZY PIEROGI CASSEROLE
Loaded with bacon, onions, potatoes and cheese, this lazy pierogi casserole is the tastiest thing next to a real pierogi!
Provided by Karlynn Johnston
Categories Dinner
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Grease the inside of a large crockpot.
- Peel and dice the potatoes. Place in a large pot of water, bring to a boil and then cook until they fall apart when pierced with a fork.
- Drain the potatoes and place in a large bowl.
- Mash in the butter, salt, pepper and milk, and continue mashing the potatoes until smooth. Mix in the shredded Cheddar cheese
- Stir 1/2 tsp onion salt into the ricotta cheese and set aside.
- Place the bacon on a large foil lined cookie sheet and bake in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes, until cooked but still soft (or cook in a pan on the stovetop).
- Slice the three onions and fry in a pan with the tablespoon of butter until soft.
- Cut the bacon with kitchen shears or cut it into smaller pieces with a knife.
- Place 3 lasagna noodles onto the bottom of the crockpot.
- Spread one cup of ricotta cheese on top of the noodles.
- Spread 1/3 of the potato cheese mixture on top of the ricotta.
- Spread one third of the bacon and one third of the onions on top of the potatoes.
- Place another three noodles on top and repeat layer.
- For the last layer, place the final three noodles on top, then potatoes and then bacon and onions, no ricotta cheese.
- Cook in the crockpot on low for 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 920 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
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 MAN'S PIEROGI
Every time we have a party I'm requested to make this dish. Wonderful mixture of pasta, bacon, mushrooms, and onions.
Provided by JEDDY51
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in onions, and cook until translucent. In a separate pan, saute the mushrooms in butter.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, bacon, onion, mushrooms, sauerkraut and condensed soup. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1093.2 mg, Sugar 6 g
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 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
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 PEROGY CASSEROLE
A great recipe from the "Barnwell Cookbook." I make this often, and it can be made ahead, and then just put in the fridge until you are ready to cook it. I often make it the night before, and let it sit in the fridge. A real keeper, and Canadian Favourite!
Provided by Sassy Sandra
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook noodles as directed on package.
- Line the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan with the noodles.
- In medium sized bowl mix cottage cheese, egg and 1/2 tsp of onion salt together.
- Spread of noodles.
- cover with another layer of noodles.
- Now mix cheddar cheese with potato, salt, 1/2 tsp of onion salt and pepper.
- Spread this over noodles.
- Cover with yet another layer of noodles.
- Melt butter in frying pan and sauté onion slowly until clear and soft.
- Pour over noodles and cover.
- Bake 30 minutes in 350° oven.
- Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
- Serve with sour cream and grated cheddar.
- Yummy.
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it as directed and then cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
- For a crispy topping, sprinkle the casserole with grated Parmesan cheese or panko breadcrumbs before baking.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite sides, such as sour cream, applesauce, or coleslaw.
Conclusion:
This lazy pierogie casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover pierogies. The casserole is hearty and filling, and it is sure to please the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this lazy pierogie casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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