How to Make Slow Cooker Pierogie Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a hearty, comforting casserole to warm you up on a cold winter's night. And when it comes to comfort food, pierogies are definitely a classic favorite. But what if we told you that you could make a delicious pierogie casserole in your slow cooker, with minimal effort and maximum flavor? That's where this Slow Cooker Pierogie Casserole recipe comes in. It's the perfect way to enjoy all the rich, savory flavors of pierogies, without all the fuss of traditional prepara...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 head cabbage, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 pound bacon
  • 4 (16.9 ounce) packages frozen pierogies
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in the cabbage and onion. Cook and stir until the cabbage is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces; set aside.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the pierogies and return to a boil. Cook until the pierogies float to the top, about 5 minutes; drain.
  • Place the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter into a slow cooker. Gently combine the pierogies, cabbage, and bacon; and place into the slow cooker. Cook on Low for 3 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    579 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 1197mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 55mg
    • Calcium: 67mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 379mg