BASIC DOUGH-
2 cups flour
2 eggs
Lukewarm water
Mix flour, eggs, and water and work dough until firm. Divide dough into two parts, and roll each part into a thin sheet on a foured board. Cut dough into small circles, place small spoonful of filling into middle of dough. Place one circle on top. Press edges firmly. Cook in boiling water like noodles covered so they will steam. When pierogi float to the top they are done. Can serve with melted butter.
POTATO FILLING-
2 lb potato’s
1/2 cup minced onion
1 heaping tablespoon butter
2-3 tablespoons cottage cheese (optional)
Salt and Peper
Cook and mash potatos. Fry onion to a light, golden brown in butter. Combine with mashed potatos and season to taste; add cheese if desired. Mix thruoghly and proceed to fill and cook pockets.
Serves 6 to 8.
CHEESE FILLING-
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb cottage cheese
1 tablespoon sugar
Dash of Salt
Cream egg yolks and butter. Combine with cottage cheese, season, and mix throughly. Fill pokets and cook as directed above.
Serves 4.
