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Farmers Cheese Pierogi The Real Deal Here Recipe

Experience the true taste of Poland with this authentic Farmers Cheese Pierogi recipe! This recipe is incredibly versatile – use our classic farmer's cheese filling, or get creative with mashed potatoes and cheese, sautéed onions and potatoes, or even sweet plums! Learn how to make perfectly tender pierogi dough from scratch and enjoy these delicious dumplings fried to golden perfection with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce. Freezes beautifully for future enjoyment!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 418.4 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.2 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Farmers Cheese Pierogi The Real Deal Here

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How to Make Farmers Cheese Pierogi The Real Deal Here

  1. **Prepare the Cheese Filling:** Combine 16oz farmer's cheese, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  2. **Make the Dough:** In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup warm water until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. **Knead the Dough:** Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 10 minutes.
  4. **Roll and Cut the Dough:** Divide the dough in half. Keep one half covered while you roll out the other half on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Use a 3-inch cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles.
  5. **Assemble the Pierogi:** Place a spoonful (about 1 tablespoon) of the cheese filling onto the center of each dough circle. Moisten the edges of the dough with water. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, pressing firmly to seal the edges.
  6. **Boil the Pierogi:** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently drop the pierogi into the boiling water. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are cooked through.
  7. **Fry (Optional):** Remove the pierogi from the boiling water. For extra flavor, pan-fry them in butter until golden brown on both sides.
  8. **Serve:** Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce. Enjoy! These pierogi freeze well for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

15g

Carbs

21g

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