Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Homemade Pierogi, delightful dumplings filled with either savory or sweet fillings. With a tender, golden-brown dough that envelopes your favorite ingredients, each bite evokes warmth and joy. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these versatile pierogi can be easily customized and frozen for future enjoyment.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup room temperature water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat)
- 1 medium onion (sautéed until golden)
- Optional: 1/2 cup cooked bacon or sausage
Instructions
- 1. **Prepare the Dough**: In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the egg and water. Stir until you form a shaggy dough.
- 2. **Knead the Dough**: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3. **Make the Filling**: Boil potatoes until tender. Mash them with cottage cheese and sautéed onions; season with salt and pepper.
- 4. **Roll Out the Dough**: Divide dough into manageable pieces, rolling each thinly on a floured surface.
- 5. **Cut Circles**: Use a glass or round cutter to make circles about 3 inches in diameter.
- 6. **Fill & Seal**: Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in each circle, fold over, and pinch edges tightly to seal.
- 7. **Cook Pierogi**: Boil in salted water until they float (approximately 3-5 minutes). Drain and sauté in butter until crispy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pierogi (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg