RECIPES
Meat pierogies
> Do you want a dish that will keep you warm this winter ? If so , treat yourself to this Polish classic .
Start to finish : 55 minutes Servings : 6
4 tablespoons olive oil , divided 2 onions , chopped and divided 1.25 pounds cooked beef 2 tablespoons beef broth 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 / 2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 / 2 teaspoon dried dill 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup hot water 1 teaspoon salt 3 slices bacon , chopped 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Salt and pepper
1 . In a skillet , heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook one onion until translucent . Set aside .
2 . In a blender , place the cooked beef , cooked onion , beef broth and spices . Season with salt and pepper and blend until smooth . Adjust the seasoning if necessary and set aside .
3 . Add the flour to a large bowl and create a well in the middle . Add a few spoonfuls of warm water and mix . Gradually , add the remaining water and knead the dough until it becomes elastic and malleable .
4 . Divide the dough into four equal parts . Roll out one part of the dough into a thin layer . Cut out small circles using a glass .
5 . Place a spoonful of meat filling in the middle of each circle . Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together . Continue until all pierogies are assembled .
6 . In a large pot of boiling salted water , cook the pierogies one at a time for about 5 minutes or until they float to the top . Drain and set aside .
7 . In the same pan used to fry the onions , fry the bacon and remaining onion until crisp . Add the pierogies to the pan and let them brown on each side for added crunch . Place on a serving plate and garnish with fresh chives . n
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