Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious pierogi casserole:
Ingredients:
- 1 package (16 oz) frozen pierogies (any variety)
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Pierogies:
- Boil the frozen pierogies according to the package instructions. Drain them well once cooked.
- Cook Bacon and Onion:
- In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- In the same skillet with the bacon fat, sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- In a baking dish, arrange the cooked pierogies in a single layer.
- Spread the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the pierogies.
- Combine Sour Cream and Cheese:
- In a bowl, mix together the sour cream, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the cooked bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add Sour Cream Mixture:
- Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the pierogies and onion in the baking dish.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the flavors meld together.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and bacon over the top of the casserole.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired before serving.
This pierogi casserole is comforting and flavorful. It’s a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of pierogies in a convenient casserole form!
