Cheesy Pierogie Casserole

New Mommy and Lovin' It's Note:

I grew up loving pierogies. When I found this recipe, I fell in love. Its like eating a giant pierogie. Yummy noodles, potatoes, and cheese.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 2 cups instant potato flakes
• 1 ¾ cups water
• 1 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 1 onion , chopped
• 12 slices American cheese
• 1 cup cheddar cheese , grated
• 4 cups egg noodles

Directions:

1. Combine water, butter, salt, milk, onion, and potato flakes in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave 4-5 minutes.
2. Cook noodles according to package directions, then drain.
3. Layer half of the noodles on the bottom of a glass baking dish. Put on 6 slices of american cheese.
4. Then spread on top half of the mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with all of the cheddar cheese.
5. Layer on the remaining potatoes.
6. Top with the remaining noodles. Cover the dish with foil.
7. Cook 20 minutes at 350 degrees, while covered.
8. Then uncover and place 6 slices of american cheese on top. Bake an additional ten minutes uncovered.

Reviews

[bmcnichol]

This as OK for us. I made exactly as written. We thought it could have used some other spices or maybe just more onion. Made for Spring PAC 2011.