Pierogi Casserole

Name: Pierogi Casserole
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. (1 kg) frozen potato or cheese pierogi; 6 oz. (175 g) frozen chopped spinach; 8 oz. (250 g) cream cheese, softened; 4 oz. (125 g) cheddar cheese, grated (1 cup/250 mL), divided; 1 pkg (14 oz/395 g) smoked sausage, sliced into coins; 1 cup (250 mL) low-sodium chicken broth; Optional garnish: green onions

Prep 5 min

Cook 40 min

Ready in 45 min

This quick and easy one pan meal is the ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients

2 lb. (1 kg) frozen potato or cheese pierogi
6 oz. (175 g) frozen chopped spinach
8 oz. (250 g) cream cheese, softened
4 oz. (125 g) cheddar cheese, grated (1 cup/250 mL), divided
1 pkg (14 oz/395 g) smoked sausage, sliced into coins
1 cup (250 mL) low-sodium chicken broth
Optional garnish: green onions

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the pierogies and spinach in the Deep Covered Baker. Microwave, covered, for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Combine the cream cheese and broth in a medium microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 45 seconds, or until softened. Whisk until combined then stir in half of the cheese.
Toss half of the sausage into the baker. Pour the sauce on top and gently toss. Top with the remaining sausage and cheese.
Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and brown on top. Top with green onions, if desired.

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrients per serving:

U.S. nutrients per serving: Calories 490, Total Fat 31 g, Saturated Fat 14 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1200 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugars 2 g (includes 0 g added sugar), Protein 17 g