Potato Cheese Pierogi Recipe

Authentic Polish Potato and Cheese Pierogi (Ruskie)

WebDec 10, 2017 · 1 .Start by boiling the potatoes in salted water. Drain and mash them well. Set aside to cool. 2. Fry the onion in a little oil over a …

1. Peel and boil the potatoes, covered, in salted water. Drain thoroughly, mash and leave to cool.
2. In the meantime heat up 1 tablespoon of oil and fry the onions slowly until softened for 5 minutes stirring often (don't brown the onions). Combine with the potatoes. Once cooled add the cheese, season well and mash using a potato masher for a smooth finish.
3. To make the dough place the flour, salt and butter on top of your work surface and start combining using a large knife, cutting through the mixture and gradually adding the water into the middle and gathering up the mixture with the knife to prevent the water from escaping. When all the water has been added and the dough comes together continue kneading for 6 more minutes until smooth and soft. If it sticks to your hands add a bit of flour (no more than 1 tsp) and knead in. Cover with a bowl and set aside for 20 minutes.
4. Divide the dough into 3 parts (easier to work with) and roll out one part (keeping the other 2 covered) on top of a very lightly floured surface as thinly as possible, 2-3 mm in thickness (don't worry, the dough is quite resilient and won't tear easily). Using the rim of a glass with a diameter of about 7 cm cut out round shapes (gather up the excess dough and add to the other dough part).

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Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese …

WebDec 8, 2022 · Step 2: In a frying pan, heat up some butter, oil, or ghee and fry up onions until almost brown (they will add a ton of flavor to the filling; …

1. Place potatoes in a pot, cover with water and cook until fork tender;
2. Pour the flour on a counter or other surface that will allow you to make the dough;
3. Using separate pans add oil and onions and fry the onions until golden brown and bacon until crispy (you don't need fat for bacon as it is already fatty);

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