PCLinuxOS Recipe Corner - Ham and Cheddar Pierogi Bake

Ham and Cheddar Pierogi Bake

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onions
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup milk *substitute heavy cream for a richer flavor
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 package (16 oz) frozen potato and Cheddar pierogies
1 tablespoon water
1 cup cubed ham (6 oz)
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions

DIRECTIONS:

In a 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften. With a whisk, stir in flour until smooth. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is bubbly.

In 2-cup glass measuring cup, mix broth and milk. Gradually stir broth mixture into saucepan. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; reduce heat to medium. Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Cook until melted, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Meanwhile, place frozen pierogies and water in baking dish; cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High 2 minutes; stir. Continue microwaving on High 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until thawed. * or leave overnight in refrigerator to thaw. Pour cheese sauce over pierogies. Top with ham and remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes. Top with green onions.

TIPS:

Serve with sour cream and applesauce on the side

Serve with a tossed green salad for a complete meal

Try pan frying your pierogies first, for a crispy treat

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