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Kielbasa and Pierogi Bake Recipe

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This Kielbasa and Pierogi Bake is a comforting, hearty casserole combining tender potato and cheese pierogies with savory kielbasa sausage and flavorful sautéed onions. Topped with a creamy mixture of sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar, then baked until bubbly and golden, it’s a perfect one-dish meal that’s both easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

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Pierogies and Sauce

  • 1 (16 oz) package frozen potato and cheese pierogies
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for added color and flavor)

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 (14 oz) kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

Topping and Garnish

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Sauté Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the thinly sliced yellow onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the onions become soft and golden brown, enhancing their sweetness and flavor.
  3. Cook Kielbasa: Add the sliced kielbasa sausage to the skillet with the onions and cook for another 4-5 minutes, allowing the sausage to brown lightly and release its flavorful oils. Remove the skillet from heat once done.
  4. Prepare Cream Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, softened cream cheese, whole milk, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are fully combined to form a creamy sauce.
  5. Assemble Dish: Place the frozen pierogies evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the creamy sauce over the pierogies and gently toss or stir just enough to coat them evenly with the sauce.
  6. Add Sausage and Onions: Spoon the cooked kielbasa and sautéed onions over the sauced pierogies, gently mixing slightly to distribute the meat and onions throughout the dish.
  7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top of the assembled ingredients in the dish, which will melt and create a golden crust during baking.
  8. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the cheese from burning and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
  9. Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving hot.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the dish for 1-2 minutes after baking uncovered, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • If you prefer, substitute smoked sausage for kielbasa or add sautéed bell peppers for additional vegetables.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just increase baking time by 5-10 minutes if baking from cold.
  • Use reduced-fat dairy products to lower the fat content, though it may slightly alter the creaminess.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.

Keywords: kielbasa, pierogi, casserole, baked pierogies, sausage bake, comfort food, creamy pierogi bake

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