Crispy Pierogi Bites
March 1, 2010
Knock their socks off with this easy, impressive appetizer recipe,
compliments of Elizabeth W. Gift Baskets!
Happy Entertaining!
CRISPY PIEROGI BITES
These cheesy, crispy potato bites look pretty fancy, but are a snap to prepare. They start with purchased fresh or frozen pierogies from the super market. The artful toppings are optional, but worth the extra effort if you want a showy, colorful platter. The toppings shown here (thinly sliced yellow tomato, chopped scallions, sliced cheddar, red pepper triangles, and pickled peppers) are just suggestions. Below is a list of alternatives. Olive or salad bars in large grocery stores or gourmet shops are a great place to find “grab & go” toppings. These irresistible appetizers also taste wonderful just plain. Either way, serve them warm from the oven with a variety of dips. My favorites are sour cream with chives, salsa, and pesto.
For the photo, I used Mrs. T’s frozen, low fat Potato and Cheddar pierogies. Don’t let the low fat part throw you. These pierogies are plump, rich and flavorful… just the way a pierogie should be.
INGREDIENTS
(Makes 24)
24 purchased fresh or frozen pierogies, prepared al dente according to package directions and patted dry
1 large egg and 1 egg white, beaten together
1 cup Italian dry breadcrumbs
Olive oil cooking spray
Assorted (optional) toppings such as colored pepper strips, pitted green and black olives, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cheese, pickled peppers, halved fresh mini mozzarella balls, chopped fresh herbs, pimento strips, chopped scallions and crumbled crisp bacon
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread the breadcrumbs out in a shallow bowl. Spray a large baking sheet with olive oil baking spray. Dip prepared pierogies into the beaten eggs, coating both sides, then into the breadcrumbs, coating both sides.
- Place coated pierogies on the baking sheet and spray the tops lightly with olive oil cooking spray. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy. Add assorted toppings, if using, and serve immediately.
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