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The Rough Post Election Perogies

Published: Nov 10, 2016 · Modified: Apr 2, 2020 · This blog uses cookies and may contain ads or affiliate links. See this page for more details · 24 Comments

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Perogies

Perogies, or pierogi, are a delicious combination of potato, bacon, onion and cheddar. Boiled and fried.

Perogies

I write this post with very mixed feelings. I have no doubt, that a lot of my readers are also having such emotions given the events this week.

Having lived through Brexit, and living in a part of town that voted the opposite to myself, I know full well the pain of losing. But also, I know many of the reasons for the other sides vote, I sympathise with their arguments and distrust of the ‘system’. Time will tell about how the new President will work out, I hope for America’s sake he does.

In times like this, I fall back to my entire mantra for this blog. Yes, it is about me having an excuse to cook/write/eat/kick others out of the kitchen. For me though, food has always been about bringing people together. So, today I’m going to focus on just that, food that brings people together.

I’m opting for perogies. If you don’t know about perogies, you are missing out. In essence, they are a delicious mix of potato, cheese and other fillings poached and then fried in some butter and bacon. Top them off with some sour cream and chives, and you are in comfort food heaven.

No, they are not healthy, but man are they delicious. During my first stint in university, they were a great treat to eat. It wouldn’t be uncommon for some of us to load up some plates and chow down. Everyone could unite over perogies and a good beer.

Plus, they were a great sign of bringing people together. Perogies came to Canada largely from Ukrainian immigrant and quickly spread across the country. It’s hard not to like them.

You know, with people either cheering or crying over Tuesday it is hard to be happy when people are so divided. I love America, my dad spent his youth there, I used to live there and studied American history, and my cousin flies jets for the USAF. I hate seeing Americans, my friends and family, being so upset.

Perhaps it is time for a giant potluck.

Now, as good food deserves company, I’ve added this to Angie’s Fiesta Friday

Perogies

Pairings

Drinks

I’ve usually had these with a good cold beer. However, some sparkling lemonade is also a good call. It breaks through the richness well.

Music

I’m going with my happy place song. Imagine by John Lennon. Sorry if this will now stick in your head.

The Rough Post Election Perogies

Matt
Perogies, or pierogi, are a delicious combination of potato, bacon, onion and cheddar. Boiled and fried.
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Prep Time 1 hr
Cook Time 15 mins
Servings 35 -40

Ingredients
  

  • Dough|
  • 3 cups flour - plus more for dusting
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 175 mL water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Frying|
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1-2 pieces of bacon chopped and ready to fry
  • Filling|
  • 500 g white potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium finely chopped onion
  • 150 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese - I love a good mature cheddar in this
  • 4-6 stripes of bacon cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions
 

  • Dough|
  • In a deep bowl, mix the salt and flour.
  • Mix together egg, water and oil. Stir this into flour mixture. Add a bit more water if you need to, but try to keep the dough adding up to 2 tbsp more water if needed to make soft but not sticky dough.
  • Let this sit for about 5min, and then knead until smooth, about 10 times. I’ve found having extra flour is a great to help with this. When you have a smooth dough, place back in a bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rest for about 20-30min.
  • Filling|
  • Put the potato into a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook until a piece will break apart easily (mashing stage!). Mash well, but use a ricer if you have one for a smoother consistency.
  • In frying pan, cook the bacon. When crispy, let cool and chop. Add this to the mashed potato.
  • Wipe the pan out, and add the butter. When bubbling, add the onion and cook until translucent 5-6min. Add this, the cheddar and the S&P. Mix well.
  • Prepare 2-3 baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  • Take a chunk of the rested dough and roll it out until is it ½ cm thick. Use a round cutter (about 10cm wide) to cut the dough into portions.
  • With each, place a little mound of filling in the centre. Close it up to look like a half moon, and pinch the edges to seal. Place this on the prepared parchment, and repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
  • Now, if you aren’t going to eat them right away, freeze them now. They can be cooked from frozen, so a good option.
  • Frying|
  • To cook, prepare a pot with boiling salted water. Cooking a few at a time, drop the perogies into the boiling water and boil for about 4-5min. They are ready when they are floating.
  • Meanwhile, heat the butter in a frying pan and some of the bacon. Using a slotted spoon, take the cooked perogies and place in the pan. Don’t touch them for about 4-5min, they should have a golden crust on one side. Flip them to cook on the other side to the same crispness. Serve with sour cream and chopped chives and a bit of cooked bacon.
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  1. One Two Culinary Stew says

    November 11, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    LOVE pierogi! They’re one of my very favourite comfort foods. Perfect post for these troubled times 🙂

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:30 pm

      I know, I am happy I made a lot of them. Well, my waistline might not like it though!

      Reply
  2. spicedblog says

    November 11, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    I hear ya, Matt. It’s definitely strange here in the States right now…but I imagine it’s probably similar to the whole Brexit thing over there. We shall see! But, yes, let’s come together and eat. Eating makes everyone happy! I absolutely love pierogies, but I have never made them myself. (We usually just buy the frozen kind.) I would love to take a stab at making them myself, though…so that you for this! Hope you have a great weekend, my friend!

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      Thanks David. I may have quite a number in my freezer. Well, fewer than last week now!

      Reply
  3. petra08 says

    November 11, 2016 at 6:27 pm

    I think we are all stunned and a bit nervous, like you said, the same with Brexit, for sure a step in the un known!
    Food has a wonderful way of comforting, soothing and bringing people together. Perogies sounds perfect for this! 🙂

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      Thanks Petra, I agree!

      Reply
  4. J Seaton says

    November 11, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    As cheap and easy to prepare as store-bought perogies are, they just don’t compare to homemade. I made perogies once or twice and though it was quite a process, the end product was so well worth it. I just wish I’d taken some beautiful pictures of mine like you did for yours. They look fantastic (and perfectly fried).

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      I know what you mean Jamie, but even the store bought ones aren’t too bad. They just don’t sell them over here!!

      Reply
  5. chef mimi says

    November 12, 2016 at 3:59 pm

    These look so good! Great pic.

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks Mimi!

      Reply
  6. Julie is Hostess At Heart says

    November 12, 2016 at 6:59 pm

    There perogies look just perfect! I think alcoholic drinks did very well this week LOL!

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      Haha, yeah I’m pretty sure you are correct on that one!

      Reply
  7. [email protected] says

    November 13, 2016 at 5:13 am

    My family loves perogies, though I have never tried making them from scratch–I can imagine they taste even better! Thank you for sharing this recipe, and for the sentiments. It has been a really rough week here in the States, and I couldn’t agree more about food bringing people together.

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      I think anyone who tries perogies ends up loving them! Thanks Jenny.

      Reply
  8. CrumblesAndKale says

    November 13, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    These look absolutely stunning and totally worth the effort 🙂

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Thanks! I agree!

      Reply
  9. Mary Ann @ thebeachhousekitchen says

    November 14, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    Wow Matt, these look absolutely delicious! You’re always whipping up something here at Rough Eats that my Gram and her sisters made for me growing up. I haven’t made homemade pierogies in years. I will definitely need to try your recipe. Brings back so many memories! Thanks!

    Reply
    • matt says

      November 18, 2016 at 1:39 pm

      Thanks Mary Ann, glad it brought back some good memories!

      Reply
  10. FrugalHausfrau says

    November 16, 2016 at 2:45 am

    Hey Matt, love these! Short on time right now but can’t wait to get back and read more posts! I can see just by your teaser recipes there on the bottom I have got to explore more! 🙂

    Mollie

    Reply
  11. Karen says

    November 16, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    I’ve never had perogies but yours certainly look terrific and sound so very tasty.

    Reply
  12. CakePants says

    November 20, 2016 at 5:43 am

    I’ve never had homemade perogies, but I bet they’re a real treat – these look fantastic! And I wholeheartedly agree with you that in times like these, it’s good to remember the things that can help bring people together. Thank goodness for food, right?!

    Reply
  13. Ben Maclain says

    November 28, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    Oh yes, perogies are utterly comfort and delicious dish, Matt! There are few common fillings, but the combo of potatoes, bacon, cheese, and onions is the winner. Indeed, I try staying away from them because, like you said, this isn’t the healthiest fpod, and it’s hard to limit myself to a few perogies at once:) Anyways, looks and sounds fantastic! Approved.

    Reply
  14. John Fields says

    December 09, 2016 at 9:28 pm

    hey matt, these look awesome! I’m planning on making them for my family when we get together for christmas. One question… if I make them ahead and freeze them, do I need to fully thaw them before boiling? thanks a lot!

    Reply
    • matt says

      December 10, 2016 at 8:46 am

      Hey John, I just chuck them in boiling water frozen and just give them like a minute or two more. If they are floating just try to cut one open to see if the filling is cooked. Enjoy, let me know how it goes!

      Reply

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