Varenyky (Ukrainian Dumplings)

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with lower fat.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and can be less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

Mix flour, salt, and eggs in a bowl until combined.

Gradually add water, kneading until a smooth dough forms.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Boil potatoes until tender, then mash until smooth.

Sauté onions in butter until golden, then mix with mashed potatoes.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness.

Cut dough into circles using a glass or cutter.

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

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

Boil the varenyky in salted water until they float, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

Fry in butter until golden, if desired.

Serve with sour cream or fruit preserves.

Cooking Techniques

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