Lazy Perogy Casserole
Comfort food at its' finest! This easy-to-make casserole that tastes just like traditional perogies features layers of lasagna noodles, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, cheddar, and buttery onions come together for a weeknight-friendly, family-approved meal.
Equipment
- 1 9 by 13 inch baking pan or casserole dish
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 stock pot
- 1 colander
Ingredients
- 12-15 lasagna noodles, cooked
- 2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon onion salt, divided
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup chopped onions
- ½ cup shredded cheddar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions, drain. Lightly spray 9 by 13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- Line bottom of pan with one layer of cooked lasagna noodles. In a medium mixing bowl combine cottage cheese, egg and ¼ teaspoon of onion salt. Spread cottage mixture over noodles.
- Cover cottage cheese mixture with another layer of cooked noodles. In same mixing bowl used for cottage cheese, combine mashed potatoes, shredded cheese ,remaining ¼ teaspoon of onion salt, salt and pepper. Spread over noodles.
- Cover potato mixture with one more layer of noodles. Melt butter in frying pan. Lower heat, add onion and cook slowly just until translucent. Pour over top layer of noodles. Sprinkle with additional cheddar cheese. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for about 5 minutes, until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 or 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat in the microwave or 350 degree oven until warmed through.
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