Lazy Pierogie Casserole

Dive into comfort food bliss with this Lazy Pierogie Casserole—an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers all the cozy flavors of traditional pierogies without the fuss of dough. Layers of al dente egg noodles, velvety mashed potatoes, rich caramelized onions, and gooey cheddar cheese come together to create a hearty, baked dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this casserole is your go-to for when you need a quick yet satisfying meal. Featuring pantry staples like butter, sour cream, and milk, this recipe is flavorful, budget-friendly, and irresistibly creamy. Serve it warm as a stand-alone dish or pair it with a crisp green salad for a complete comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Egg noodles
• 4 large Potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese
• 2 large Onions
• 0.5 cups Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Peel and dice the potatoes into chunks. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the potatoes, and cook until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, slice the onions thinly. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until caramelized (approximately 15-20 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot used for the potatoes, bring fresh water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add 4 tablespoons of butter, milk, sour cream, 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Spread half of the cooked egg noodles evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the mashed potato mixture and half of the caramelized onions. Repeat with the remaining noodles, potatoes, and onions.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Lazy Pierogie Casserole warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2492.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3587.6

Total Fat 169.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 552.2mg	0%
Sodium 4951.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 412.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.9g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 104.5g	0%

Vitamin D 67.5IU	0%
Calcium 1553.0mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 8049.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 45.9%