Potato and Cheese Pierogi

Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Dough:

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

3 large eggs

2 Tbsp sour cream

¾ cup water

Filling:

2 cups mashed potatoes

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

For Serving:

½ cup butter

¼ cup sour cream

minced chives

1. In a large mixing bowl making the dough by combining flour, eggs, sour cream and water. Slowly beat in the eggs until dough is well combined. Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead 3 to 5 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap and rest 30 minutes.
2. In another large mixing bowl, stir together mashed potatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cheese.
3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, pinch of Tbsp sized pieces of dough and roll into about three dozen balls. Roll each ball out on a lightly floured surface into a 3 ½ to 5 inch circle. Cover with a damp towel or paper towel to prevent them from drying out.
4. Place a heaping Tbsp of potato filling into the center of each circle. Fold in half, pinching the sides shut with your fingers, or gently with a fork to seal. Working in small batches, boil in salted water 2 to 3 minutes, until they float. Remove and transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
5. Melt ½ cup butter in a large skillet and saute pierogi until lightly browned. Serve hot topped with sour cream and garnish with chives.