Cheddar and Bacon Perogy Rolls - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

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written by Ashley Fehr

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings 12 perogy rolls

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Last updated on April 11, 2022

Creamy mashed potatoes, cheddar and bacon all rolled up in lasagna and topped with Bechamel sauce, more cheddar, bacon and green onions — an easier way to enjoy homemade perogy flavor!

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I’m kind of obsessed with perogies.

If I had no conscience, I could eat them almost every day. Being that they’re made of cheesy, bacony mashed potatoes stuffed inside soft dough and covered in other equally delicious things, I try to restrain myself a little.

Just a little.

But I have a confession to make.

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It’s not like I’ve never made homemade perogies. But usually, unless I have leftover mashed potatoes from another meal, I’m just not even going there. To make mashed potatoes, cool them down, cook some bacon, shred some cheese, stir it in, make perogy dough, roll it out, stuff perogies, cook perogies, and in our case, make Beschamel sauce to serve with them — ain’t nobody got time for that.

Ok, some people have time for that. Occasionally.

But it means that homemade perogies don’t make it onto the menu very often. With these perogy rolls, you’re taking out at least a couple steps, because you don’t have to make the dough and they’re a lot easier to roll up. If you’re using leftover mashed potatoes like I did, even better. And if your significant other is the primary cheese shredder, as mine is? Easy peasy.

I got this idea because I had made a perogy lasagna that I found on the Kraft website. We loved it.

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I had also seen all kinds of crazy lasagna rolls on Pinterest, so I thought, why not?

These are so, so good.

I feel like if I say that too much, you might stop believing me. But honestly, INCREDIBLE.

I mean, if you’re into pasta stuffed with herb and garlic mashed potatoes, crispy bacon and cheese and covered in Beschamel sauce for good measure.

We most certainly are.

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Perogy Rolls

written by Ashley Fehr

A creamy potato, bacon and cheese perogy filling stuffed inside cooked lasagna noodles — homemade perogy flavour without all of the work!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Course Side Dish

Servings 12 perogy rolls

Calories 347cal

Ingredients

For the perogy rolls

  • 12 lasagna noodles cooked and cooled (I cool mine by running under cold water)
  • 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes mine were seasoned with herbs and garlic
  • 5-6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

For the Beschamel sauce

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk

Garnish — optional

  • additional cheese bacon, chopped green onions, sour cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

  • Lay lasagna noodles out on a clean, lint free kitchen towel.

  • Spread each noodle with about ¼ cup mashed potatoes. Sprinkle each with cheese and bacon.

  • Roll up and place in a greased 9×13″ pan. Brush with melted butter to keep from getting dry (and to help with browning when broiling if desired.)

  • Bake 20-25 minute until heated through.

  • Meanwhile, make your beschamel sauce. Melt butter in a medium pan. Whisk in flour. Cook 1 minute.

  • Whisk in 1 cup milk, cooking over medium heat until thickened. Whisk in remaining milk, stirring and cooking until thickened. Serve over perogy rolls with optional garnish.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 347cal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 12.1mg | Calcium: 193mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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Comments

  1. olga says

    Pierogi are Polish Dish, at all!!! More russian than ukrainian, Im not sure if Ukrainians have anything like pierogi in their cuisine 😉

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      Oh they definitely do! We call them Varenky, but no one knows what that is 🙂

      Reply

  2. Stephanie says

    This looks delicious! I would love for you share it on my Tasty Tuesday recipe link up here! Everything gets pinned and I would love to have you!

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      Hey, thanks! I’ll have to check it out!

      Reply

  3. Lizzi says

    Mmmmm…perogies…I need to make these asap! Thanks for coming up with an easy way to make them. I’ve never made them before because it just seemed like too much work. But these look super easy.

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      I think I’ve actually only made the potato and cheese variety once or twice, because they are so cheap to buy and so hard to make! Specialty kinds I make more often because you can’t find them.

      Reply

  4. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says

    Being from Ohio, we used to have Pierogies as a special treat. How can you go wrong with carbs on carbs (occasionally). I will have to try these rolls. I know my family would love them.
    Visiting from Weekend Retreat.

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      Haha, I’m definitely a carb lover! I try to keep my obsession under control though 🙂 Let me know how you like them!

      Reply

  5. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    yum these look delicious.. my russian grandmother makes a similar version to these rolls. definitely brings back some childhood nostalgia. love it!

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      Thanks Thalia!

      Reply

  6. Mallory @ Chocolate with Grace says

    I love perogies too! I’ve never been brave enough to attempt them myself, the just seem like too much work. But I think I can handle these rolls. They look delicious!

    Reply

    • Ashley says

      Thanks Mallory! It’s a bit of an obsession I have… that I try not to indulge in every day!

      Reply

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Cheddar and Bacon Perogy Rolls - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

FAQs

Is it better to boil or pan fry perogies? ›

A tried and true method for cooking pierogies is frying. The texture is crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside.

What is the best way to cook frozen pierogies? ›

Brush melted butter or oil on both sides of frozen pierogies and place in a 400° preheated oven on a baking sheet for 20 minutes, flipping once.

How to serve cheese pierogi? ›

What follows is a list of many ways to serve pierogi, some traditional and some downright weird!
  1. Warm them in gently simmering water.
  2. Serve with sauteed onions or bacon.
  3. Cover with sour cream.
  4. Steam and brush with butter.
  5. Bake with a coating of bread crumbs.
  6. Grill in butter.
  7. Deep fat fry.

How to garnish perogies? ›

Let's see how to serve pierogi with these sweet treats!
  1. Fruit Compote.
  2. Cinnamon Sprinkles.
  3. Fruity Drizzles.
  4. Apple Puree.
  5. Ice Cream or Whipped Cream Toppings.
  6. Luscious Syrups.
  7. Chocolate Drizzle.
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Do Polish people boil perogies? ›

And that's precisely what pierogi are: delicious boiled pastry parcels filled to the brim with all sorts of yummy things: cheese and potato, sauerkraut and mushrooms, meat, spinach, lentils, sweetened farmer's cheese or berries.

Can you fry frozen pierogies without boiling them? ›

Cover bottom of frying pan with cooking oil, margarine or butter and heat to 190 °C (375 °F) or medium heat. Place frozen perogies into frying pan and fry for approximately 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

Is it better to cook perogies frozen or thawed? ›

Frozen: Defrost pierogi overnight and use the above instructions to sear them. If you're boiling or steaming them you don't have to defrost them but boil them for 5 minutes and steam them for 8 minutes. Alternatively you can cook them from frozen but don't start them too hot.

How to make perogies taste better? ›

In a large NON-STICK fry pan, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add onion and drained pierogies and season to taste with salt and pepper or House Seasoning. Cook over high heat until the onion is soft and browned and pierogies are nicely browned. The pasta shell will get a little crunchy - it's delish!

Should I boil pierogies before freezing? ›

Cook your pierogi the usual way or plunge them into boiling water for 30 seconds. Then, spread them on a tray and let them cool. Freeze for 2 to 3 hours. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag and store in the freezer.

What holiday do you eat pierogies? ›

Every Christmas Eve, Polish peoples look forward to including pierogi as part of their traditional dinner.

What do Polish people eat with perogies? ›

The most popular toppings for pierogi include skwarki (crunchy golden-brown nuggets of fried pork fatback), sauteed onions, and just melted butter for savory pierogi and sweetened cream for sweet pierogi.

What should I season my perogies with? ›

Sprinkles with salt, pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Spoon the caramelized onions from the pan (along with any butter in in the pan) all over the pierogies. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, flipping the pierogies once in between. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve immediately with the chipotle sour cream.

What is a good substitute for sour cream in perogies? ›

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  7. Cottage Cheese. ...
  8. DIY Sour Cream.
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What vegetables go with pierogies? ›

This recipe features pierogis, small dumplings inspired from traditional Polish cooking. Simply exquisite, savour them with spinach, red peppers and mushrooms lightly sautéed in butter.

Are pierogies traditionally boiled or fried? ›

Boiling Pierogi is the most popular method of cooking Pierogi because it adds no additional calories to your meal. It also offers a soft, delicate texture which is the more traditional way of eating Polish pierogi.

Do you have to boil perogies before deep frying? ›

Before deep frying perogies, it's best to first boil them until they are cooked through. Once boiled, allow them to cool and pat them dry to remove excess moisture. This step helps ensure a crispy exterior when deep frying.

Is it better to cook perogies in butter or oil? ›

How To Sauté / Pan-fry Pierogi: Lightly grease the frying pan with neutral oil or ideally – butter. If you plan to top pierogi with some chopped onion, bacon or kiełbasa pieces, now it's a good moment to add them to the pan and fry them for a few minutes.

How do you crisp pierogies in a pan? ›

Prepare the Pierogi: In a frying pan, simply add a bit of butter or oil before arranging the pierogi in a single layer, making sure they don't overlap. Pan Fry the Pierogi: In the pan, fry the pierogi for 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn a golden brown and get crispy.

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