Cheese and Tourtiere Stuffed Pierogies

This is an amalgamation of dishes from different cultures. This recipe combines #Tourtiere which are typically #FrenchCanadian and #Pierogies which are of Eastern European origin. You end up with #BiteSized #Cheesy #MeatPie! #Recipe #RecipesINGREDIENTS
• 2 cups (470 ml) of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of salt
• 1 large egg beaten
• ⅔ cup (160 ml) of ice-cold water
• 1 cup (235 ml) of tourtiere meat
• ⅓ cup (80 ml) of shredded cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS
• In a medium-sized bowl mix the first four ingredients. Knead the dough, adding flour as necessary until the dough can be handled.
• On a floured surface, place dough, flatten and cut into 10 cm diameter circles.
• On each piece add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of cheddar and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of tourtiere meat. Fold in half and pinch edges to seal in contents.
• In a well-oiled pan, fry on medium until pierogies are golden brown.
• Makes roughly 16 pierogies in all. Serve with fried onions, shredded cheese and sour cream.
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