Try this classic recipe for delicious potato knishes!

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Try this classic recipe for delicious potato knishes!
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 06, 2024

These savory pastries are filled with creamy mashed potatoes, onions, and spices, wrapped in a flaky dough and baked to golden perfection. They make a great appetizer or side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 sheets puff pastry dough

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a skillet, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent.
  3. Mix mashed potatoes with sautéed onions, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Roll out puff pastry dough and cut into squares.
  5. Place a spoonful of potato mixture in the center of each square.
  6. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle and pinch the edges to seal.
  7. Place knishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Knishes are a popular street food in New York City, often sold by vendors from carts.
  • They originated in Eastern Europe and have been a part of Jewish cuisine for centuries.
  • In addition to potato filling, knishes can also be filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables.