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Expand2 tablespoons olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
1 small onion, finely chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cups best quality saurkraut, drained and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
grindings of black pepper, more to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and saute onion until just starting to get some color. Add saurkraut, salt, pepper, and saute for another 2-5 minutes. Taste and correct for seasoning. Set aside to cool
Ask a question about this step3 eggs Ask a question about this ingredient
1-8 ounce container sour cream Ask a question about this ingredient
3 cups all purpose un-bleached flour Ask a question about this ingredient
1 sprig baking powder Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
In a bowl, beat eggs and sour cream until smooth. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into sour cream mixture and mix until dough comes together.
Ask a question about this stepKnead on lightly floured board until firm and smooth. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepDivide dough in half and roll our to 1/8" thick and cut into 3-4" circles. Sometimes, cut squares to not waste any dough. Place a tablespoon or so of filling into each round and seal with wet fingers.
Ask a question about this stepBring a large pot of water to boil and cook pierogi a few at a time, until the rise to to top. Then pan fry them in some butter. Serve with sour cream or applesauce.
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