Ukrainian Zenia’s Potato Varenyky

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== Ingredients ==
=== Filling ===
* 1 small onion, finely chopped
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 2 cups warm mashed potatoes
* ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
* salt and freshly ground black pepper
=== Dough ===
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 2 egg yolks
* ½ cup cold mashed potatoes
* 1 tablespoon melted butter
* ½ cup cool water (approx.)
* melted butter
== Directions ==
=== Filling ===
* Sauté the onion in the butter until softened, about 6 minutes.
* Combine with the potatoes and cheese and mix well.
* Season with salt and pepper.
* Let cool thoroughly before using.
* (The filling can be made a day ahead and kept covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before using.).
=== Dough ===
* Combine the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
* Add the egg yolks, mashed potatoes, melted butter and just enough of the water to form a medium-soft dough.
* Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. (Too much kneading will make the dough tough.).
* Divide the dough in half and cover with an inverted bowl.
* Let stand for 10 minutes.
* Roll out the dough until it is quite thin and cut rounds about 2 to 3 inches wide with a large biscuit cutter.
* Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a little salt.
* To each round of dough, add a spoonful of filling ad fold over to form a half circle.
* Press the edges together with well floured fingers, making sure the varenyky are well sealed.
* Transfer them to a lightly floured surface and cover them with a clean tea towel so that they do not dry out.
* Drop a few at a time into the boiling water, stirring gently with a wooden spoon to separate them and keep them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
* Boil for 3 to 4 minutes, at which point they should be puffed and bobbing on the surface. (The thinner the dough and the smaller the pyrohy, the quicker they will cook.).
* Transfer with a slotted spoon to a colander, drain thoroughly and place in a warmed bowl.
* Drizzle with melted butter and toss gently to keep them from sticking together.
* Cover and keep warm while you cook the remaining varenyky.
Category:Ukrainian Appetizers
Category:Potato Recipes
Category:Cheddar Recipes