One of my absolute favorite parts of the holidays is when friends or family drop by unexpectedly. There’s an unspoken expectation to crack open a bottle of champagne, or make a cozy cocktail, and serve a little snack. That’s why, during the month of December, I make sure to keep my favorite frozen appetizer, Mrs. T’s Pierogies, in my freezer at all times.
In the spirit of easy yet impressive entertaining, I recently prepared these pierogies by simmering them in sage-infused butter and finishing them with a vibrant pomegranate gremolata. Despite the sophisticated-sounding name, I assure you, it’s a straightforward process that adds a touch of elegance to any occasion. Enjoy this easy recipe that you can whip up for your guests this season.
Brown Butter Sage Pierogies with Pomegranate Gremolata
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 box Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 10 sage leaves
- kosher salt
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 1 small lemon
Instructions
- Warm the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pierogies and brown on the first side for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip, reduce the heat to low and add the butter, sage leaves, and a big pinch of salt. Let them bubble away in a butter bath while you make the gremolata.
- In a small bowl, combine the pom seeds, parsley, zest from the lemon, juice from half of the lemon, and a big pinch of salt.
- Plate the pierogies on individual plates or a big platter and top with gremolata. Dig in immediately!
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 box Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 10 sage leaves
- kosher salt
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 1 small lemon