How to Make Lazy Pierogi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lazy pierogi, also known as lazy man's pierogi or mock pierogi, is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for anyone who loves the flavors of traditional pierogi but doesn't have the time or patience to make the dough and form individual dumplings. This dish is a popular choice for busy weeknights when you want a hearty and satisfying meal without all the hassle.

Lazy pierogi is essentially a deconstructed version of the beloved Polish dumplings. Instead of stuffing a dough s...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds sauerkraut
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 pound uncooked rotini pasta
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • ½ pound butter
  • 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the sauerkraut and onion in a large skillet over medium-low heat with enough water to cover. Simmer 1 hour, or until most of the water has cooked off.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, saute the mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of the butter for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the remaining butter, cooked pasta, and cream of mushroom soup into the sauerkraut mixture. Cook and stir 15 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Nutrition

    529 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 61mg
    • Sodium: 1787mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 671mg