Momma Moots’ Pork and Pierogies Casserole

Pierogies are a traditional Eastern European dish that can be filled with various ingredients such as potato, cheese, meat, or fruit.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Momma Moots’ Pork and Pierogies Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Eastern European Courses: Casserole, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Pork shoulder
• 1 large Onion
• 4 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 package Pierogies
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the pork shoulder. Cook until browned on all sides, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
4. Return the pork shoulder to the skillet and add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
5. While the pork is cooking, cook the pierogies according to package instructions.
6. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the sour cream and cook until thickened.
7. Remove the pork from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
8. In a large casserole dish, layer the shredded pork, cooked pierogies, and the sour cream mixture. Top with grated cheddar cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 25g50%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.