Lazy Perogies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Lazy Perogies: An Easy and Delicious Twist to Traditional Perogies Recipe
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 uncooked lasagna noodles
4 large baking potatoes , peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon onion salt , or to taste
salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pound bacon
1 onion , chopped
2 cups dry cottage cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon onion salt , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
550
Sugar
3g
Fat
39g
Lazy perogies are a casserole-style dish that takes away the traditional time-consuming process of perogies making. It is made with cooked lasagna noodles, mashed potatoes, bacon, onion, and cottage cheese, which are layered in a baking dish and baked until bubbly. This dish is perfect for serving at parties, family dinner, or any day you want to indulge yourself with a delicious and comforting treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3.Boil potatoes in another pot until tender. Drain and mash together with milk, butter, onion salt, salt, and black pepper.
4.Fry bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is evenly brown. Drain and crumble bacon and add to the mashed potatoes mixture. Add in cottage cheese, egg, and onion salt and beat until fluffy.
5.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked noodles and cover with the potato mixture. Add the remaining noodles then top with shredded Cheddar cheese.
6.Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, with no need to make perogie dough from scratch.

It is a great alternative to traditional perogies.

It is a filling and satisfying meal that can feed a crowd.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It is not a low-carb or low-fat option.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish is rich in protein and calcium from cheese and potatoes. The egg is an excellent source of B vitamins and choline that can improve brain function and help to reduce inflammation. However, this dish contains a high amount of cholesterol and saturated fat. Thus, it should be enjoyed in moderation.

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