This recipe reflects the Jewish Eastern European influence in Chicken Hill, reminiscent of community gatherings and shared meals detailed in the novel.
Mix flour, sour cream, butter, egg, and salt to form a dough.
Roll out dough and cut into circles.
Mix mashed potatoes, cheese, and onions for filling.
Place filling on each dough circle, fold over, and seal edges.
Boil pierogi until they float, then sauté in butter until golden.