Bryndzové Pirohy (Slovakia)
Serves 6
Ingredients
Method
500 g Plain Flour
1 Egg
250 ml Warm Water
1 tsp Salt
500 g Sheep Cheese (Bryndza), Or Substitute With Feta
2 Medium Potatoes, Boiled and Mashed
Salt and Pepper to Taste
200 g Bacon, Diced
To make the dough, combine the flour, egg, water, and salt, kneading until smooth. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
In a bowl, mix the cheese and mashed potatoes, season with salt and pepper.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Cut out circles using a glass or cookie cutter.
Place a spoonful of the filling in the middle of each circle. Fold over and press the edges together to seal.
Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the pirohy a few at a time until they float to the top. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
In a pan, fry the bacon until crispy and pour it over the pirohy.