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Pierogi Casserole

Full of flavor, this pierogi casserole is nothing short of rich and hearty. It's a wonderful change from the usual humdrum casserole.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine central europe
Servings 8 people
Calories 4531.7 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot For boiling potatoes and noodles
  • 1 Potato Masher
  • 1 Large Skillet For sautéing bacon, onion, and garlic
  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish Oven-safe
  • 1 Colander For draining potatoes and noodles

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 5 potatoes peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • ½ pound bacon diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ 16 ounce package lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 8 ounce container sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the potatoes in a large pot with water to cover over high heat. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. Remove from heat, drain, then combine with the milk and 6 tablespoons of butter, mash and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute the bacon, onion and garlic in the butter for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the bacon is fully cooked.
  • Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions and cool under running water.
  • Place 1/2 of the mashed potatoes into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top this with 1/3 of the cheese, followed by a layer of lasagna noodles. Repeat this with the remaining potatoes, another 1/3 of the cheese and a layer of noodles. Then arrange the bacon, onion and garlic over the noodles, then another layer of noodles, and finally top all with the remaining cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with sour cream and chopped fresh chives.

Notes

To elevate this casserole, consider rendering the bacon to a crisp texture before sautéing the onions and garlic in its fat, then incorporate a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end of the sauté to deglaze the pan and add a bright acidity. For the mashed potatoes, a touch of cream cheese or crème fraîche alongside the milk and butter will yield a richer, silkier consistency. Enhance the cheese layer by using a blend of sharp Cheddar and Gruyère for depth. Ensure the lasagna noodles are cooked just al dente as they will continue to soften during baking. A sprinkle of smoked paprika over the top before baking will add a beautiful color and a hint of smoky flavor.