Our Pan-Fried Pierogies Recipe Is For Cheese Lovers

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while maintaining texture.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and let cool slightly.

Mash potatoes in a bowl until smooth.

Add cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes; mix well.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture; add egg, water, and vinegar.

Mix until a dough forms; knead on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick; cut into circles using a glass or cutter.

Place a spoonful of potato mixture in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal tightly.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add pierogies in batches.

Cook until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon.

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add cooked pierogies and sauté until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Serve warm with sour cream and chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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