Pierogi Ruskie with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Warm Water
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 lbs Potatoes
• 8 oz Farmer's Cheese (Twaróg)
• 1 large Onion
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Oil (for boiling)

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
2. 2Prepare the filling: Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash. Mix with farmer's cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. 3Caramelize the onions: Slice the onion thinly. Heat butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
4. 4Assemble the pierogi: Roll out the dough thinly on a lightly floured surface. Use a cookie cutter or glass to cut out circles.
5. 5Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and pinch the edges tightly to seal. Ensure no air is trapped inside.
6. 6Boil the pierogi: Bring a large pot of salted water with oil to a boil. Gently drop the pierogi into the boiling water. Cook until they float to the surface and are tender, about 3-5 minutes.
7. 7Serve: Drain the pierogi and serve immediately with caramelized onions.

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