Savor the taste of these Homemade Perogies

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These homemade perogies are a must-try for anyone craving comfort food. Filled with creamy mashed potatoes and cheese, then topped with butter and onions, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add sour cream, butter, and eggs. Mix until dough comes together.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheese, onions, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roll out dough and cut into circles. Place a spoonful of filling in each circle and fold in half, crimping the edges to seal.
  5. Boil perogies in salted water until they float to the surface, then sauté in butter until lightly browned.
  6. Serve hot with more butter and onions on top.
  7. Enjoy these delicious homemade perogies!

Interesting Facts

  • Perogies are a traditional dish in Eastern European cuisine, especially in Poland and Ukraine.
  • The word 'perogy' comes from a Slavic word meaning 'pie'
  • Perogies can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as meat, cabbage, or fruit, in addition to the classic potato and cheese filling.