Pierogi Ruskie (Potato & Cheese Dumplings)Beginner
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Pierogi Ruskie (Potato & Cheese Dumplings)

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Pierogi Ruskie are filled dumplings made with a simple dough and a savory filling of mashed potatoes, farmer's cheese and sautéed onions. After filling and sealing, they are boiled until tender and often served with fried onions and sour cream. Despite the name, they are a Polish dish — the word "ruskie" is simply a traditional and commonly used name and does not indicate a foreign origin.

By Karel R.
Total45 mins
Prep30 mins
Cook15 mins
Servings4
DifficultyBeginner

Preparation

8 steps · tap a step to mark it done

  1. Dough

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add warm water and the egg (if using). Mix until a smooth dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until elastic. Cover and let rest 10 minutes.

  3. Filling

  4. Place peeled potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.

  5. In a skillet, heat butter or oil and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent. Set aside to cool slightly.

  6. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, sautéed onions, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.

  7. Assemble Pierogi

  8. Roll the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut circles using a glass or cutter (about 3 inches diameter).

  9. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal well.

  10. Cooking

  11. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add pierogi in batches. When they float to the surface, cook 1-2 minutes more. Remove with a slotted spoon.

  12. Serving

  13. Serve hot with sautéed onions, crispy diced bacon or sour cream on the side. ENJOY!

Cook’s note

The dough should be soft but not sticky; add a bit more water or flour as needed.
Press edges firmly to prevent filling from escaping during boiling.
Pierogi may be boiled and then lightly pan-fried in butter for extra flavor.

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