Cauliflower Perogie Casserole Recipe (2024)

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This cauliflower perogie casserole recipe is a family favorite full of delicious cheesy goodness. Add it to your low carb menu planning or keto diet today!

You do not have to follow a ketogenic lifestyle to find this Cauliflower Perogie Casserole Recipe perfectly rich and flavourful. I simply cannot get over how amazingly delicious this dish is. Seriously, the whole family is sure to love it, I promise. This casserole will quickly become a family favorite in your house as it has in mine.

Be sure to check out my Keto Back to Basics Course if you would like to learn more about finding success on keto.

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I love, love, love perogies and have often made my own classic homemade perogies with flour and cheese filling. But when I discovered my new ketogenic lifestyle I thought that perogies would be a thing of the past.

Not so! This cauliflower perogie casserole combines all of the decadent flavours of my homemade perogies all in one dish.These keto perogies taste just like the real thing!

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I was inspired to create this dish when I witness my friend Tamara making a huge perogie casserole to feed all of our volunteers who helped with the Living Nativity last year. She simply used store bought, frozen perogies, layered them onto a sheet pan and topped them with a cream sauce, mennonite sausage and cheese before baking.

The smell coming out of the church kitchen that day was divine! My immediate thought was “how can I make this keto?!”

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After some trial and error I have come up with a keto inspired cauliflower perogie casserole that I can safely say rivals Tamara’s original recipe.

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How to make this cauliflower perogie casserole:

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Ingredients:

  • 1 head of cauliflower, cooked
  • 300g mennonite sausage, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 5 Tbsp butter
  • 10 Tbsp almond flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup tex mex cheese, shredded
  • 2 green onion stalks, diced
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Directions:

  1. Cook a head of cauliflower until al dente, drain and chop into bite sized pieces.

2. In a medium frying pan, saute onion and sausage over medium heat until onion is opaque.

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3. Melt butter in a sauce pan over medium heat, add almond flour whisking constantly until combined. Tip: coconut flour can be substituted for almond, we found 8 Tbsp to be enough. Add cream to the sauce pan, mix well and bring to a boil stirring frequently. Remove from heat when the mixture begins to boil and thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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4. Place cauliflower in a 9×11″ baking dish. Squeeze out excess water from the cauliflower with a paper towel. Top with onion, sausage and pour cream sauce overtop.

5. Sprinkle entire dish with shredded Tex Mex cheese (or Mozzarella cheese) and bake at 350 for 20 mins.

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6. Top with green onions and serve. Or add bacon bits and a side of sour cream for even more perogie flavour!

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Tips for keto cooking:

  • Find low carb substitutions for your current favorite recipes. Like cauliflower instead of perogies and radishes instead of potatoes.
  • Maintain a healthy balance of protein and fats. Sometimes its hard to get enough fat and/or protein in a ketogenic diet so be sure to include a balance of both in your dishes.
  • Plan ahead and use tools like this Meal Planning Printable to reach maximum success.
  • Find recipes that you love, like this Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole, Taco Bake and Hamburger Soup, and use them in your weekly rotation.
  • Be sure to stock the kitchen with helpful tools (aff links) like this food scale, these measuring cups and a Kitchen Aid mixer.
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Be sure to cook the cauliflower before combining it with the remaining ingredients. This is key in giving this casserole it’s rich, creamy texture.

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When first developing this recipe I tried baking the dish with raw cauliflower and was left with a soggy mess, not what I was looking for at all. Cooking the cauliflower before hand allows for it to soak up some of the cream sauce and prevents it from being too liquidy upon baking.

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The final result is a delicious keto casserole that is a crowd pleaser with the whole family. Be sure to add this cauliflower perogie casserole recipe to your menu planning!

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If you love this easy keto recipe, please give it a five star review and help me share it on Facebook and Pinterest!

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My friend Jen, at Tatertots and Jello, is also sharing a delicious low carb cauliflower recipe today! Be sure to check out her Veggie Grill Packs with Topping Bar.

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Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

This cauliflower perogie casserole recipe is a family favorite full of delicious cheesy goodness. Add it to your low carb menu planning!

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cauliflower, cooked
  • 300g mennonite sausage, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 5 Tbsp butter
  • 10 Tbsp almond flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup tex mex cheese, shredded
  • 2 green onion stalks, diced

Instructions

    1. Cook cauliflower until al dente, drain and chop into bite sized pieces.
    2. Melt butter in a sauce pan over medium heat, add almond flour whisking constantly until combined.
    3. Add cream to the sauce pan, mix well and bring to a boil stirring frequently. Remove from heat when the mixture begins to boil and thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.
    4. In a medium frying pan, saute onion and sausage over medium heat until onion is opaque.
    5. Place cauliflower in a 9x11" baking dish. Top with onion, sausage and pour cream sauce overtop.
    6. Sprinkle entire dish with shredded cheese and bake at 350 for 20 mins.
    7. Top with green onions and serve.
Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 servingsServing Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 548Total Fat: 51gSaturated Fat: 24gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 688mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 5gProtein: 16g

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FAQs

What side dish goes with perogies? ›

Sautéed onions and mushrooms: The aromatic duo of sautéed onions and mushrooms seamlessly complements pierogi. The caramelized onions' subtle sweetness, paired with the hearty mushroom taste, creates a harmonious blend. Fresh vegetable salads: Fresh vegetable salads offer a crisp, refreshing juxtaposition.

How to cook perogies in the oven? ›

Place frozen perogies flat side down on a non-stick baking pan. Spray tops of perogies with cooking oil or brush perogies with light coating of cooking oil. Place in oven at 175 °C (375 °F) for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with non-fat sour cream or other favourite toppings.

How do you use frozen pierogies? ›

Bake. Brush melted butter or oil on both sides of frozen pierogies and place in a 400° preheated oven on a baking sheet for 20 minutes, flipping once.

How many perogies per person for dinner? ›

How many perogies is a serving? Perogies are rich, satisfying comfort food so you can plan on 2-3 per person when they're an appetizer or side dish. If they're the main course with other sides, figure 3-5 per person. Leftovers are great for breakfast the next day and will keep in the fridge up to a week.

Is hot sauce good with perogies? ›

Combine melted butter, cayenne hot sauce and chili powder; toss with pierogies. Place pierogies in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400°F for 12 to 14 minutes, tossing pierogies halfway through. Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing, carrots and celery.

How many perogies per person? ›

Melt a tablespoon of butter in a pan on medium heat, then fry up as many pierogies as you want. (Six per person is plenty.) Flip them every few minutes until they're browned on all sides. Serve with scallions and a dollop of sour cream.

Do you have to boil pierogies before baking? ›

Pierogi. All pierogi are fully cooked, so no need to boil them, unless that's how you like em! Fresh: Sear them in a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat, until golden brown on both sides. Be careful not to cook them too hot or the out side will burn before the middle is heated.

How do you make perogies taste good? ›

Add onion and drained pierogies and season to taste with salt and pepper or House Seasoning. Cook over high heat until the onion is soft and browned and pierogies are nicely browned. The pasta shell will get a little crunchy - it's delish! Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

How do you know when perogies are done in the oven? ›

Spray sheet pans with nonstick cooking spray. Place frozen pierogies on the sheet pans, spraying the tops of the pierogies with nonstick cooking spray. Bake for 17 to 19 minutes or until golden brown.

Is it better to boil or pan fry perogies? ›

However, it's not a must—you can also cook frozen pierogies right in the skillet without boiling them—and they will turn out delicious. But, if you're a stickler for tradition, bring a pot of salted water to a boil, drop the pierogies in and wait for them to float.

Is it better to cook perogies frozen or thawed? ›

Cooking Instructions 1.Do not thaw Pierogi or Dumplings (unless they thawed during shipping) 2. Prepare a medium size pot of water, add a teaspoon of salt. For Fruit Pierogi or Sweet Cheese Pierogi ad just a pinch of salt.

How do you make frozen perogies taste better? ›

Using freshly frozen homemade pierogies is perfect too. Or you can even let frozen ones thaw just a little bit. You want to make sure they are fully tossed or brushed with olive oil, covered in some salt, pepper and garlic. Then top them with the onions and roast!

Can perogies be cooked in an air fryer? ›

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place frozen pierogies on a baking sheet or plate. Using an oil with a high smoke point (such as avocado oil, peanut oil, or vegetable oil), generously baste each pierogi on both sides. Place pierogies in a single layer in the air-fryer basket and set the cooking time for 10-11 minutes.

Do you have to cook homemade pierogies before you freeze them? ›

Rolling, assembling, and cooking can happen on a separate or the same day as dough and/or filling; just bring the dough to room temperature if it was in the refrigerator. You can cook pierogi completely when you assemble them or parboil them briefly and freeze them to enjoy later.

Can perogies be a side dish? ›

Sides and Snacks

T's Mini Pierogies and Full Size Pierogies are made to share as the perfect companion to any meal and can be used to make cheesy pasta-pocket side dishes in countless delicious ways.

Are perogies better boiled or sautéed? ›

Pierogi should be boiled and drained. When boiling never put more than 5-6 in the pot at one time. In a frying pan, melt butter and fry finely chopped onions and finely chopped salt pork. Fry the boiled pierogi in the mixture on both sides to favor, do not brown.

What is a good dipping sauce for pierogies? ›

Classic Dipping Sauces for Pierogi
  • Traditional Sour Cream Sauce. ...
  • Rich Butter and Onion Sauce. ...
  • Tangy Tomato and Basil Sauce. ...
  • Creamy Garlic and Herb Sauce. ...
  • Spicy Chipotle Mayo Sauce. ...
  • Ukrainian Pierogi Dipping Sauces. ...
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  • Other Pierogi Dipping Sauces.
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