RUSKIE PIEROGI (PIEROGI WITH CHEESE & POTATO FILLING)

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A popular Polish dish similar to dumplings or ravioli. pronounced pyeh-RAW-ghee (this is the plural form, just one is called pierog, but they're so good you'll almost never eat just one.) Pierogi can be made with a wide variety of fillings, but the most common are minced cooked meat, sauerkraut & mushrooms, cheese and potatoes, sweet cheese (usually with a touch of vanilla) and blueberries (in summer). Other fillings include buckwheat groats, potatoes & onions and lentils. Common toppings include fried fat-back nuggets, sour cream, melted butter or butter-browned bread crumbs.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 24 pierogi, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 potatoes, cooked & mashed (1/2 cup instant or leftover mashed potatoes is fine too)
1 cup cottage cheese, drained
1 onion, minced & sauteed in butter until clear
1 egg yolk, beaten
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
pepper, to taste
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, cut in pieces
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 egg yolk, at room temperature
1/2 cup reduced-fat milk, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream, at room temperature
12 cups salt water

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients listed under filling and refrigerate until ready to assemble pierogi.
  • Combine flour, salt and butter in food processor.
  • In a separate bowl, blend together egg, egg yolk, milk and sour cream.
  • Add egg mixture to flour mixture and process until dough cleans sides of bowl and sticks together (the dough will be slightly sticky).
  • Remove from processor, shape into a ball, wrap in plastic and chill for 3 hours or overnight.
  • Cut dough into thirds; roll each section out on floured surface into 12" round.
  • Cut each round into 8 (3") circles (using a glass works well).
  • Place about 2 tsp filling on each dough circle.
  • Moisten outer edges with water and fold dough over to close.
  • Seal edges by pressing gently with the back of a fork or pinching together with your fingers.
  • In large pot, bring salted water to boil.
  • Cook 12 pierogi at a time, reducing heat to a gentle boil; boil until pierogi float to the surface (about 5 minutes).
  • Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towel and transfer to serving dish.
  • Repeat with remaining pierogi.
  • At this point you can serve them warm, freeze them for later use or fry them in butter over medium heat, lightly browning both sides before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.1, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 166.9, Sodium 752.6, Carbohydrate 79.7, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 19.6

Neil S
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These pierogi were a lot of work, but they were worth it! The finished product was delicious and everyone loved them.


Sophia Bonilla
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I've made pierogi many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The dough is so light and fluffy, and the filling is perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Joy Chukwu
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These pierogi were a disappointment. The dough was tough and the filling was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Maan khan
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I'm not a big fan of pierogi, but these were surprisingly good. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the dough was light and fluffy. I would definitely make these again.


Janneh Fanta
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Delicious!


Mahir Saim
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These pierogi were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The dough was light and fluffy, and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Mirimam Khan
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The pierogi were a bit too doughy for my taste, but the filling was delicious. I think I would try using a different dough recipe next time.


Teacher Chelimo Alex
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These pierogi were easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought dough to save time, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making these again.


maegan cook
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I'm a pierogi purist, so I was initially skeptical of this recipe with its caramelized onions and dill. But I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors all came together beautifully, and the pierogi were delicious.


Ace Armijo
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These pierogi were a hit with my family! The dough was light and fluffy, and the filling was perfectly seasoned. I especially loved the addition of caramelized onions, which gave the dish a lovely sweetness.