KNISH

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Knish is a classic Jewish comfort food. Sometimes I make tiny appetizer ones, which are a little more like a roll, and I seam on the top. -Marlena Spieler, Waterlooville, England

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3 ounces sour cream
1 pound medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 medium onions, finely chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • For pastry, in a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in sour cream, adding 3-4 tablespoons water to form a dough. Shape into a disk, mixture will be crumbly. Wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. , Drain potatoes; return to pan and stir over low heat 1 minute to dry. Mash potatoes; stir in onion mixture, salt and pepper. Set aside to cool. Stir in eggs., Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10x12 -in. rectangle. Cut into 16 squares. Spoon 1 tablespoon potato filling in the middle of each square. Brush the edges with water. Fold each corner toward the center, meeting in the middle. Arrange, seam side down, on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Samsu Bd
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These were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. I will definitely be making them again.


payara pakistan
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I've never made knishes before, but these were so easy to follow and they turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Amon Garikayi
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These were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and everyone loved them.


Edward Facer Jr
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I made these for my family and they loved them! They were so impressed that I made them from scratch.


Ch Vann
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These were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Brooke Flutey's
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I've made these several times now and they always turn out great. I love that they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.


Jay yadav
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These were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. I will definitely be making them again.


Ajmat Alam
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I've never made knishes before, but these were so easy to follow and they turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Md kshebwinw Hi hdi
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These were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and everyone loved them.


Umesh Maraya
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I made these for my family and they loved them! They were so impressed that I made them from scratch.


Mike Rittenberry
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These were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Sonam Tamang
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I've made these several times now and they always turn out great. I love that they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.


mohan badaila
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These were absolutely delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. I will definitely be making them again.