Whether you’re an old pro or brand new to the joys of pierogi, I hope you give these easy, cheesy dumplings a try.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and halved
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ cups farmer?s cheese, or any cheese blend
- 1 tablespoon water
- 50 wonton wrappers, or as needed
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
Directions
Step 1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and onions; cook and stir until the bacon is crisp and the onions are browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove bacon and onions to a small dish, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat for frying the pierogi.
Step 2
Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in 1 egg and farmer's cheese. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Step 3
Beat 1 egg with 1 tablespoon water in a bowl for the egg wash.
Step 4
Place 2 to 3 wonton wrappers at a time on a lightly floured work surface. Brush the edges lightly with the egg wash. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold each pierogi in half and lightly press the edges together to seal.
Step 5
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pierogi in the boiling water until they float, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
Step 6
Transfer pierogi to the skillet with reserved bacon drippings in batches and cook over medium heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl, toss with the bacon and onions, and serve garnished with sour cream and chives.
Cook’s Note:
Cover wonton wrappers with a damp towel while you work so they don't dry out.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 499 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat28g | 36% |
Saturated Fat19g | 94% |
Cholesterol115mg | 38% |
Sodium803mg | 35% |
Total Carbohydrate38g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein23g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 9% |
Calcium535mg | 41% |
Iron2mg | 9% |
Potassium180mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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