Homemade Pittsburgh Pierogies With Sour Cream

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Homemade Pittsburgh Pierogies recipe

Homemade Pittsburgh Pierogies With Sour Cream

by The Chefin Main

Prep

60 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups flour , plus extra for kneading and rolling dough
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 large egg
	1/2 cup sour cream , plus extra to serve with the pierogi
	1/4 cup butter , softened and cut into small pieces
	5 large potatoes
	1 large onion
	8 ounces grated cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

431

Sugar

Fat

24g

Pierogies are a staple food in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a part of the city's culinary heritage. They are a type of dumpling made with unleavened dough and filled with a variety of ingredients, such as potatoes, cheese, meat, or sauerkraut. Pierogies are traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream and can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side dish. Making homemade pierogies is a fun and rewarding activity, and the result is a delicious and comforting meal that will please the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in a saucepan filled with salted water for 25 minutes.
2.	Saute the onion in a pan over medium heat for 8 minutes until caramelized.
3.	Mash boiled potatoes and mix with caramelized onions and grated cheddar cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
4.	In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add egg, sour cream, and softened butter. Mix well to form a dough.
5.	Knead the dough on a floured surface and roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
6.	Cut out circles using a pierogi cutter or a drinking glass.
7.	Place a spoonful of potato filling in the center of each circle and fold in half. Pinch the edges together to close the pierogi.
8.	Boil the pierogi in salted water for 3-5 minutes until they start floating on the surface. Serve hot with sour cream on top.

PROS

Homemade Pittsburgh Pierogies are satisfying and filling.
They are a classic comfort food that can be customized with your favorite fillings.

CONS

Pierogies are high in carbohydrates and calories, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pierogies are not particularly healthy, the potatoes in the filling provide a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber. Sour cream can also provide a source of calcium and vitamin D.