Description
Creamy Polish Pierogi Lasagna blends comfort and tradition in one delightful dish. Layers of potato, cheese, and pasta create a hearty meal that connects generations and warms hearts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups mashed potatoes
- 12 cooked lasagna noodles
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 cups yellow onions, chopped
- 5 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
Seasoning and Binding:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and coating a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Transform onions into a rich, golden delicacy by gently sautéing in melted butter over medium heat until they develop a caramelized, translucent appearance. Remove from heat and reserve for layering.
- Create a harmonious cheese blend by combining cheddar and mozzarella varieties in a preparatory mixing bowl.
- Construct the first lasagna foundation by arranging initial pasta sheets across the casserole dish’s bottom, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute a uniform layer of creamy mashed potatoes across the noodle base, followed by an even spread of caramelized onions and a generous sprinkle of cheese mixture.
- Repeat the layering sequence two additional times, building height and complexity with each stratum of ingredients.
- Crown the lasagna with a final pasta sheet, then embellish the top with crispy crumbled bacon and remaining cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Encase the dish in aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, allowing ingredients to meld and soften.
- Uncover and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to achieve perfectly melted, bubbling cheese and golden edges.
- Allow the lasagna to rest and set for 10 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps stabilize the layers.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh green onions, delicate chives, or a dollop of cool sour cream to complement the rich, comforting dish.
Notes
- Choose high-starch potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for creamy, smooth mashed potato layers that hold together perfectly.
- Caramelize onions slowly over medium-low heat to develop deep, sweet flavor without burning, which takes about 15-20 minutes of patient cooking.
- Consider preparing this dish ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating overnight, allowing flavors to meld and making meal prep easier.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg