Chive Pierogies with Potato, Cheese and Turnip Filling

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   For the filling: Place potatoes and turnip in a large pot with enough water to cover them.

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   Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for 15 minutes or until tender.

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   Remove the turnip and potatoes from heat, drain and mash them.

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   Mix in cheese, butter and salt and pepper and set aside.

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   Allow the filling to cool completely before using.

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   For the noodles: Sift together flour and salt into a large bowl.

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   Add butter and cut into the flour using a pastry blender or two knives until incorporated.

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   Make a well in the middle of the mixture.

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   Place the eggs, egg yolks and chives in the center of the well and slowly incorporate the flour mixture into the eggs using your hands until the dough comes together.

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    Form into a ball and cut the ball into quarters.

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    Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

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    When ready, roll the dough to 1/16 of an inch thickness using a pasta roller or a rolling pin.

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    Using a biscuit cutter, cut out 3 1/2 inch circles.

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    Roll out any left over scraps until most of the dough is used.

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    Place 1 Tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle.

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    Moisten the edges of the dough circles with water then fold in half and seal.

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    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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    Add pierogies in batches to avoid overcrowding.

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    Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender.

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    Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

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    Add onion and saute until translucent.

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    Add pierogies and fry briefly around 3-5 minutes each.

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    Serve immediately with hot sauce and sour cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.