Description
Pierogi with creamy mushroom sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender, pillowy dumplings filled with cheesy potato goodness, all enveloped in a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. This classic Eastern European comfort food not only warms the heart but also tantalizes the taste buds, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy the nostalgia of homemade pierogi with every satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup starchy potatoes (like Russets), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour and egg to form a soft dough. Knead gently for about 5 minutes and let rest.
- Boil potatoes until fork-tender; mash with cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out dough to about 1/8-inch thickness; cut into circles using a round cutter.
- Place a spoonful of filling on each circle, fold over, and pinch edges to seal.
- Boil pierogi in salted water until they float (about 3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter; sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream; simmer until thickened. Serve pierogi topped with the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pierogi (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For variations, try substituting mushrooms with spinach or add bacon bits for extra flavor. Experiment with herbs like thyme or dill for added depth in your sauce.