Lazy Pierogi with Egg Noodles and Farmer's Cheese * Polish Pierogi * Great Depression Cooking

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with lower fat.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and a different flavor.

Cook the egg noodles according to package directions and drain them.

In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion to the melted butter and cook until translucent.

Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onions.

Lower the heat and mix in 8 ounces of farmer's cheese until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens