Jul 13 2026
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Essex Duo Recipe

Inspired by Veselka
Time1h
Serves2

Four boiled or fried pierogi of your choice & any pint of soup.

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Ingredients

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Pierogi

Soup

Method

Pierogi Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg and water. Mix until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Roll and Cut

    Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into circles using a glass or cookie cutter.

  4. 4

    Fill the Pierogi

    Place 1 tablespoon of your desired filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal.

  5. 5

    Boil or Fry

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in the pierogi and cook for 3-5 minutes until they float. Alternatively, fry in butter until golden brown.

Soup Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Soup

    In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

  2. 7

    Season the Soup

    Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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