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===Heating Packaged, Pre-Cooked, Frozen Pierogies===
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===Heating Packaged, Pre-Cooked, Frozen Pierogies===
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#Boil them in the microwave for the quickest option. Add the frozen pierogies to a large, microwave-safe bowl. Add enough water to cover the pierogies completely. Microwave the bowl on high power for 5 minutes, then carefully remove the bowl and check that the pierogies are hot and tender. Drain them and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV>
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#Boil them in the microwave for the quickest option. Add the frozen pierogies to a large, microwave-safe bowl. Add enough water to cover the pierogies completely. Microwave the bowl on high power for 5 minutes, then carefully remove the bowl and check that the pierogies are hot and tender. Drain them and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV><br><br>
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#*5 minutes of cooking is usually adequate for a package of about 12 frozen pierogies.
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#*5 minutes of cooking is usually adequate for a package of about 12 frozen pierogies.
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#*Don’t cover the bowl while microwaving.
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#*Don’t cover the bowl while microwaving.
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#Use the stove for the classic boiling option. For a package of around 12 frozen pierogies, boil at least of water in a large pot. Add the frozen pierogies and boil them until they all float, and then for 1-2 minutes more—typically 5-7 minutes total. Either drain the pot or scoop out the cooked pierogies with a slotted spoon and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAMtsc>
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#Use the stove for the classic boiling option. For a package of around 12 frozen pierogies, boil at least of water in a large pot. Add the frozen pierogies and boil them until they all float, and then for 1-2 minutes more—typically 5-7 minutes total. Either drain the pot or scoop out the cooked pierogies with a slotted spoon and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAMtsc><br><br>
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#*Remember that these frozen pierogies are already fully cooked, so you really just need to heat them through.
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#*Remember that these frozen pierogies are already fully cooked, so you really just need to heat them through.
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#*If you’re planning to boil and then saute the pierogies, you can remove them from the boiling water as soon as they all float. Dry them quickly with paper towels before sauteing them.
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#*If you’re planning to boil and then saute the pierogies, you can remove them from the boiling water as soon as they all float. Dry them quickly with paper towels before sauteing them.
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#Saute the pierogies, either when still frozen or after boiling them. Heat about of butter, olive oil, or a combination of the 2 in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the pierogies in the pan and cook them until they are tender, heated through, and very lightly browned. Turn them regularly while cooking.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV>
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#Saute the pierogies, either when still frozen or after boiling them. Heat about of butter, olive oil, or a combination of the 2 in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the pierogies in the pan and cook them until they are tender, heated through, and very lightly browned. Turn them regularly while cooking.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV><br><br>
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#*If you’re sauteing straight from frozen, it will usually take around 8-10 minutes to cook a package of about 12 pierogies.
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#*If you’re sauteing straight from frozen, it will usually take around 8-10 minutes to cook a package of about 12 pierogies.
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#*If you’ve already boiled the frozen pierogies, it will only take 2-3 minutes to lightly brown them.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEaoK969ErM</ref>
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#*If you’ve already boiled the frozen pierogies, it will only take 2-3 minutes to lightly brown them.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEaoK969ErM</ref>
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#Bake frozen pierogies for a slightly crispier alternative. Preheat the oven to , and place a package of about 12 frozen pierogies on a baking sheet that you’ve lightly greased with cooking spray. Bake the pierogies for 18-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the pierogies are heated through and slightly browned.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAMtsc>
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#Bake frozen pierogies for a slightly crispier alternative. Preheat the oven to , and place a package of about 12 frozen pierogies on a baking sheet that you’ve lightly greased with cooking spray. Bake the pierogies for 18-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the pierogies are heated through and slightly browned.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAMtsc><br><br>
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#*For added browning, add some cooking spray to the tops of the pierogies before baking, or brush them with a bit of melted butter.
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#*For added browning, add some cooking spray to the tops of the pierogies before baking, or brush them with a bit of melted butter.
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#Deep-fry the pierogies if you like them really crispy. Choose a large, deep skillet or pot and add a layer of cooking oil (for example, vegetable, canola, or peanut oil). Heat the oil to , then carefully add the frozen pierogies one at a time with a slotted spoon. Cook them for at least 4 minutes (until they all float), then remove them from the oil and lay them on a paper towel-lined plate.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV>
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#Deep-fry the pierogies if you like them really crispy. Choose a large, deep skillet or pot and add a layer of cooking oil (for example, vegetable, canola, or peanut oil). Heat the oil to , then carefully add the frozen pierogies one at a time with a slotted spoon. Cook them for at least 4 minutes (until they all float), then remove them from the oil and lay them on a paper towel-lined plate.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TQ6KkV><br><br>
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#*Use a kitchen thermometer to determine the temperature of your oil.
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#*Use a kitchen thermometer to determine the temperature of your oil.
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#*Make sure you have enough oil to fully submerge the pierogies. If your pan or pot isn’t large enough to fit an entire package of pierogies, cook them in 2 or more batches.
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#*Make sure you have enough oil to fully submerge the pierogies. If your pan or pot isn’t large enough to fit an entire package of pierogies, cook them in 2 or more batches.
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===Cooking Fresh-Frozen (Not Pre-Cooked) Pierogies===
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===Cooking Fresh-Frozen (Not Pre-Cooked) Pierogies===
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#Bring or more of salted water to a boil. Pour the water into a large pot and place it over high heat on the stove. Add a heavy pinch of salt to the water as it comes to a boil.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Bring or more of salted water to a boil. Pour the water into a large pot and place it over high heat on the stove. Add a heavy pinch of salt to the water as it comes to a boil.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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#*Use of water for every 8-10 pierogies—roughly .
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#*Use of water for every 8-10 pierogies—roughly .
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#Add the frozen pierogies, stir them, and adjust the heat. Once the water is at a full boil, place the frozen pierogies into the pot, being careful not to splash hot water. They’ll sink right away, so give the pot a good stir so the pierogies don’t stick to the bottom. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain the water at a very gentle boil.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Add the frozen pierogies, stir them, and adjust the heat. Once the water is at a full boil, place the frozen pierogies into the pot, being careful not to splash hot water. They’ll sink right away, so give the pot a good stir so the pierogies don’t stick to the bottom. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain the water at a very gentle boil.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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#*Keep the pot uncovered while boiling the pierogies.
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#*Keep the pot uncovered while boiling the pierogies.
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#Boil the pierogies until they float. This will usually take around 5 minutes total. If you are going to finish cooking the pierogies by sauteing them in a skillet, they’re ready to remove from the water at this point.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Boil the pierogies until they float. This will usually take around 5 minutes total. If you are going to finish cooking the pierogies by sauteing them in a skillet, they’re ready to remove from the water at this point.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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#*If, however, you want to serve them only boiled (that is, not boiled and then sauteed), let them cook for another 2-3 minutes after they float to the surface. Then, drain the water or remove the pierogies with a slotted spoon and stir them in a bowl with a bit of butter and/or olive oil. They’re ready to serve at this point.
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#*If, however, you want to serve them only boiled (that is, not boiled and then sauteed), let them cook for another 2-3 minutes after they float to the surface. Then, drain the water or remove the pierogies with a slotted spoon and stir them in a bowl with a bit of butter and/or olive oil. They’re ready to serve at this point.
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#Dry the boiled pierogies with paper towels it you’re going to saute them. After you boil the pierogies in water until they float (around 5 minutes), remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with a paper towel. Pat the tops of the pierogies with another paper towel to remove any excess water.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Dry the boiled pierogies with paper towels it you’re going to saute them. After you boil the pierogies in water until they float (around 5 minutes), remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with a paper towel. Pat the tops of the pierogies with another paper towel to remove any excess water.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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#*If you don’t remove the excess water from the pierogies, the oil will “spit” and splatter when you place them in the skillet to saute them.
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#*If you don’t remove the excess water from the pierogies, the oil will “spit” and splatter when you place them in the skillet to saute them.
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#Heat of butter and/or oil in a large skillet. Place the skillet over medium heat and add butter, olive oil, or a combination of the two. Preheat the pan and oil for 2-3 minutes.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAN7pS>
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#Heat of butter and/or oil in a large skillet. Place the skillet over medium heat and add butter, olive oil, or a combination of the two. Preheat the pan and oil for 2-3 minutes.<ref>http://bit.ly/2BAN7pS><br><br>
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#*This amount of oil is sufficient for of pierogies (about 12 pierogies).
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#*This amount of oil is sufficient for of pierogies (about 12 pierogies).
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#Saute the pierogies for 3-4 minutes, then turn them. Carefully add the pierogies one at a time to the heated oil. Space the pierogies out so they don’t touch—if there isn’t room, cook them in batches. Let them cook for 3 minutes, then check the undersides. If they’re not yet golden brown, cook them for another minute.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Saute the pierogies for 3-4 minutes, then turn them. Carefully add the pierogies one at a time to the heated oil. Space the pierogies out so they don’t touch—if there isn’t room, cook them in batches. Let them cook for 3 minutes, then check the undersides. If they’re not yet golden brown, cook them for another minute.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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#Flip the pierogies and finish cooking them. When the pierogies are browned to your liking on the bottom, flip them over with a spatula and cook them for another 3-4 minutes. When the other sides are nicely browned as well, remove them from the pan and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6>
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#Flip the pierogies and finish cooking them. When the pierogies are browned to your liking on the bottom, flip them over with a spatula and cook them for another 3-4 minutes. When the other sides are nicely browned as well, remove them from the pan and serve.<ref>http://bit.ly/2TM5AH6><br><br>
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===Recipe: Sauteed Pierogies with Onions and Mushrooms===
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===Recipe: Sauteed Pierogies with Onions and Mushrooms===
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#Melt 4 tbsp (60 g) of butter in a large skillet. Place the skillet over medium heat. It will take around 2-3 minutes for the butter to melt.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=100</ref>
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#Melt 4 tbsp (60 g) of butter in a large skillet. Place the skillet over medium heat. It will take around 2-3 minutes for the butter to melt.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=100</ref><br><br>
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#*If desired, you can use 2 tbsp (30 g) of butter and of olive oil.
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#*If desired, you can use 2 tbsp (30 g) of butter and of olive oil.
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#Add 12 frozen, pre-cooked pierogies to the pan. Carefully place the frozen pierogies in the pan one at a time so they don’t cause the melted butter to splatter.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=135</ref>
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#Add 12 frozen, pre-cooked pierogies to the pan. Carefully place the frozen pierogies in the pan one at a time so they don’t cause the melted butter to splatter.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=135</ref><br><br>
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#*You’ll get about 12 pierogies in a standard package of frozen pierogies.
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#*You’ll get about 12 pierogies in a standard package of frozen pierogies.
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#*If you are using uncooked frozen pierogies, you should boil them on the stove (until they float) or in the microwave (for 5 minutes), then pat them dry before adding them to the skillet.
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#*If you are using uncooked frozen pierogies, you should boil them on the stove (until they float) or in the microwave (for 5 minutes), then pat them dry before adding them to the skillet.
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#Put 0.75 c (180 g) each of sliced onions and mushrooms into the skillet. Simply dump the sliced onions and mushrooms on top of the pierogies, then nestle them down in between the pierogies with a spatula.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=180</ref>
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#Put 0.75 c (180 g) each of sliced onions and mushrooms into the skillet. Simply dump the sliced onions and mushrooms on top of the pierogies, then nestle them down in between the pierogies with a spatula.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=180</ref><br><br>
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#*If you don’t care for mushrooms, you can use 1.5 c (360 g) of onions instead and omit the mushrooms.
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#*If you don’t care for mushrooms, you can use 1.5 c (360 g) of onions instead and omit the mushrooms.
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#Cover the skillet for 2 minutes, then turn the pierogies. Place the lid on the skillet and allow the pierogies, onions, and mushrooms to cook for 2 minutes over medium heat. Then, lift off the lid, flip over all of the pierogies, and stir the onions and mushrooms a bit with your spatula.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=377</ref>
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#Cover the skillet for 2 minutes, then turn the pierogies. Place the lid on the skillet and allow the pierogies, onions, and mushrooms to cook for 2 minutes over medium heat. Then, lift off the lid, flip over all of the pierogies, and stir the onions and mushrooms a bit with your spatula.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=377</ref><br><br>
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#*You should notice some slight browning on the pierogies at this point.
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#*You should notice some slight browning on the pierogies at this point.
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#Cook the pierogies for 2 more minutes in the covered skillet. Put the lid back on the skillet and let everything cook for another 2 minutes. Then take the lid off, flip the pierogies over, and stir the veggies once more.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=405</ref>
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#Cook the pierogies for 2 more minutes in the covered skillet. Put the lid back on the skillet and let everything cook for another 2 minutes. Then take the lid off, flip the pierogies over, and stir the veggies once more.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=405</ref><br><br>
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#Cover the skillet and keep checking the pierogies every minute. Keep uncovering the skillet, flipping the pierogies, and stirring the onions and mushrooms until everything is browned to your liking. It will likely take 14-16 minutes total for the pierogies to heat through and become nicely browned on the outside.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=525</ref>
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#Cover the skillet and keep checking the pierogies every minute. Keep uncovering the skillet, flipping the pierogies, and stirring the onions and mushrooms until everything is browned to your liking. It will likely take 14-16 minutes total for the pierogies to heat through and become nicely browned on the outside.<ref>https://youtu.be/mHmNV8gDXMw?t=525</ref><br><br>
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#*If the pierogies have browned in 12 minutes or less, turn down the heat to medium-low and cook them for a total of at least 14 minutes. Press down on a pierogi to make sure they are soft and heated through in the middle.
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#*If the pierogies have browned in 12 minutes or less, turn down the heat to medium-low and cook them for a total of at least 14 minutes. Press down on a pierogi to make sure they are soft and heated through in the middle.
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#*Once they’re nicely browned, the pierogies are ready to serve and enjoy!
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#*Once they’re nicely browned, the pierogies are ready to serve and enjoy!
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