Poor Man's Pierogies
Get ready to indulge in comfort food at its finest with "Poor Man's Pierogies," a quick and budget-friendly twist on the classic Eastern European dish. Featuring tender egg noodles tossed with creamy mashed potatoes, golden sautéed onions, and rich melted cheddar cheese, this one-pan wonder delivers all the savory, nostalgic flavors of traditional pierogies without the hassle of dough. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples like butter, garlic powder, and black pepper, you can create a hearty, family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights. Top it off with a dollop of sour cream for a tangy, velvety finish, and you’ve got a comfort classic that’s both affordable and irresistible. Ideal for lovers of easy dinners and homemade pierogi-inspired dishes, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Egg noodles
- 3 medium Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large Onion
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and dice the potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 2
While the potatoes cook, bring another large pot of salted water to a boil for the egg noodles. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Step 3
Dice the onion finely. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until softened and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
In the same skillet used for the onions, melt an additional tablespoon of butter if needed. Add the cooked egg noodles, mashed potatoes, and sautéed onions to the skillet. Mix everything together until well combined and heated through, about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Step 7
Serve hot, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess and tang.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1355.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2165.5 |
| Total Fat 109.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 410.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3509.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 229.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.2g | |
| Protein 66.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 33.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1142.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3728.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories