Irresistible Homemade Pierogi Recipe: Simple Steps to Perfection - That's My Home

Ingredients

• 6 cups (1440 milliliters) all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 6 tablespoons (90 milliliters) canola or vegetable oil
• 2 cups (480 milliliters) cold water (split into 2 parts)
• 3.75 pounds (1700 grams) baking potatoes
• 4.5 cups (540 grams) cheddar cheese, shredded finely
• 1 medium white onion, chopped finely
• 0.33 cup (75 grams) softened butter (divided)
• Salt to taste
• White pepper to taste (or very fine black pepper)
• 1 onion, diced or sliced thinly
• 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter (or as needed for frying)
• Sour cream (optional for serving)