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Cottage Cheese Vareniki

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These traditional Eastern European dumplings feature tender flour dough wrapped around a light, slightly tangy cottage cheese filling. Unlike heavy ricotta fillings, cottage cheese offers a distinct texture that is both creamy and subtly crumbly. They are best served warm, often topped with melted butter, caramelized onions, or a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for a comforting vegetarian dinner or a hearty lunch, these vareniki are simple to assemble and boil quickly. They bring a nostalgic, home-cooked feel to the table without requiring complex ingredients.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 548.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These traditional Eastern European dumplings feature tender flour dough wrapped around a light, slightly tangy cottage cheese filling. Unlike heavy ricotta fillings, cottage cheese offers a distinct texture that is both creamy and subtly crumbly. They are best served warm, often topped with melted butter, caramelized onions, or a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for a comforting vegetarian dinner or a hearty lunch, these vareniki are simple to assemble and boil quickly. They bring a nostalgic, home-cooked feel to the table without requiring complex ingredients.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 pound Cottage cheese (may use
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine flour and salt in a bowl; gradually add water (approx. 1/2 cup) while mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  2. 2
    Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until soft and elastic; cover and rest for 15 minutes.
  3. 3
    Drain cottage cheese thoroughly in a sieve or cheesecloth to remove excess moisture.
  4. 4
    Roll out dough into a large rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick.
  5. 5
    Cut dough into 3-inch squares or circles.
  6. 6
    Place a small spoonful of cottage cheese in the center of each piece of dough.
  7. 7
    Fold dough over filling to form triangles or circles, pressing edges firmly to seal tightly.
  8. 8
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  9. 9
    Gently drop vareniki into boiling water; cook for 3-5 minutes until they float to the surface.
  10. 10
    Remove with a slotted spoon and serve warm with butter, sour cream, or fried onions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 548.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.1g10%
Saturated Fat 3.0g15%
Cholesterol 15.9mg6%
Sodium 5290.5mg221%
Total Carbohydrate 95.1g32%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 24.5g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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