Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) Recipe
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Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies)

By: Olga Drozd 
"Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (perogies) These half moons of dough may be filled with a variety of fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses, although for Christmas Eve potato and cabbage fillings are the favorite."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (25)

What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Prep Time:
1 Hr
Cook Time:
1 Hr
Ready In:
2 Hrs

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • DOUGH:
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup water
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  • FILLING:
  • 6 medium potatoes, cut into small cubes
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  •  
  • ALTERNATE FILLING:
  • 1 pound sauerkraut
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 2 teaspoons pepper

Directions

  1. To make the dough, combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center and add the soft butter and evaporated milk; stir gently until all the liquid is absorbed. Add water only as needed, kneading continuously until dough sticks together. Place dough into a greased bowl, turn to coat, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. To make the potato filling, place potatoes into a saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Melt 1/2 cup butter in a medium skillet, over medium heat. Saute onions in butter until tender. Mix the onions into the potatoes along with the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. To make the sauerkraut and cabbage filling, pour the drained sauerkraut into a large saucepan. In a medium skillet, saute 2 onions in 1/2 cup butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the onions into the sauerkraut along with the cabbage and chicken bouillon cube. Cook over low heat until liquid evaporates. Season with pepper and remove from heat. Allow the mixture to cool, then run through a grinder or food processor.
  4. Remove the dough from the bowl onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out to 1/8 inch in thickness. Cut into 3 inch circles. Place one tablespoon of filling onto one side of the circle. Fold the other half over and press the edges to seal. Place finished dumplings onto a floured tray and keep covered.
  5. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drop 10 or so dumplings into the water at a time. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, then remove to a colander to drain. Place finished dumplings onto a lightly oiled dish and turn them to coat with a thin layer. This will keep them from sticking together. Serve dumplings with fried onions and sour cream. Cooled dumplings also can be fried in oil and butter for a nice crispy surface.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 636 | Total Fat: 27.9g | Cholesterol: 76mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2009 by sonyapizza   view full review
Almost, but not quite, the perfect Varenyky. I have made them for 3 years now, and would...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2002 by JOCELYNE27   view full review
I've never made perogies from scratch before, but this was relatively easy and simple to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2008 by TL'sCookin!   view full review
I used the dough recipe as I make my own family recipe for my filling..I think by adding the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2010 by redsand.beach13   view full review
My roommate my first year in college was from a polish family, and her mom made me the first...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 5, 2003 by Jenn   view full review
I made the potato filling without the onions because my boyfriend hates onions. I mashed the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2008 by KingAdam   view full review
4 hours to make
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2005 by LURON304   view full review
I am giving 4 stars, since I would give the fillings a 5 and the dough a 3! Both fillings were...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2002 by CREATIVE ALISON   view full review
I've tried homemade perogies at a ukrainian friend's home a couple times before, and I had a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2009 by windelbo   view full review
Very good recipe, although I halved the recipe, doubled the amount of cheese, and more than...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2005 by Erimess Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Honestly surprised over the ratings on this, but looks like everyone else already knew what a...

 

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