Homemade Perogies

Me: Do you have a recipe for perogies

ChatGPT: Absolutely! Here’s a classic homemade pierogi (perogies) recipe — tender dough stuffed with creamy potato and cheese filling (though you can easily swap fillings).

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🥔 Classic Potato & Cheese Perogies

Ingredients

For the dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup butter, softened (or melted and cooled)

For the filling:

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or farmer’s cheese for a traditional version)
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• (Optional) ½ small onion, finely minced and sautéed

For serving:

• Butter for frying
• Onions, sliced and caramelized (optional)
• Sour cream for dipping

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the dough

1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
2. Add egg, sour cream, and butter. Mix until it forms a soft dough.
3. Knead on a floured surface for 3–5 minutes until smooth.
4. Wrap in plastic and rest 30 minutes (this helps it roll easier).

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2. Make the filling

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 10–12 minutes). Drain.
2. Mash potatoes with butter and cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in sautéed onions if using. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely.

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3. Fill and shape

1. Roll out dough on a floured surface to about ⅛-inch thick.
2. Cut circles using a 3-inch cutter or drinking glass.
3. Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each.
4. Fold in half and pinch edges tightly to seal. (You can crimp with a fork for extra seal.)

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4. Cook the perogies

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
2. Drop perogies in (don’t crowd the pot). Cook until they float, then 1–2 minutes more.
3. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

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5. Optional: Pan-fry

• Melt butter in a skillet and sauté boiled perogies until golden brown on both sides.
• Add caramelized onions if you like — it’s divine.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with sour cream, green onions, or crispy bacon bits.
• Try variations:
  • Sauerkraut & mushroom filling
  • Ground meat & onion
  • Sweet perogies (fill with fruit and serve with sugar & cream)

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