Happy and Full

1: Combine warm water, egg, and olive oil in a large bowl.

2: Slowly add flour and salt until a dough forms; knead on a floured surface until smooth.

3: Divide dough into 2 parts and cover with plastic wrap; let sit for 20 minutes.

4: Boil potatoes for about 25 minutes, then drain and mash them.

5: Stir in butter, shredded cheese, and black pepper into the mashed potatoes.

6: Roll out dough until 1/8 thick, cut out circles using a cookie cutter.

7: Place potato filling in the center of each circle, stretch dough around it and pinch to seal.

8: Place on a floured dish and cover with a towel while folding the rest.

9: Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook perogies until they float to the top, about 4-5 minutes.

10: Remove cooked perogies with a slotted spoon and let cool on a cutting board; rub with butter and place into a greased dish.

11: Optionally, serve with sautéed onions or pan fry until crispy.