Baked Piroshki for Breakfast and for Dinner

Ingredients:

For Breakfast Piroshki:

• Sweet fruit jam or preserves (apricot, strawberry, raspberry, etc.)
• Cream cheese or sweetened ricotta
• Egg wash (1 beaten egg)

For Dinner Piroshki:

• Ground beef or chicken, cooked and seasoned
• Onion, finely chopped
• Garlic, minced
• Mushrooms, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Egg wash (1 beaten egg)

Common Ingredients:

• Store-bought or homemade dough (yeast-based or puff pastry)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• Use store-bought or homemade dough. If using yeast-based dough, allow it to rise according to the package or recipe instructions.

2. For Breakfast Piroshki:

• Roll out the dough and cut it into smaller circles.
• Place a dollop of cream cheese or sweetened ricotta in the center, followed by a spoonful of your favorite fruit jam.
• Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges, creating a small, filled pastry.
• Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden finish.

3. For Dinner Piroshki:

• In a skillet, sauté finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms until softened.
• Add cooked and seasoned ground beef or chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Roll out the dough and cut it into circles. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center.
• Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges to form a filled pastry.
• Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden finish.

4. Baking:

• Preheat the oven according to the dough instructions.
• Bake the piroshki in the preheated oven until golden brown and cooked through.

5. Serving:

• Serve the breakfast piroshki with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey.
• Enjoy the dinner piroshki with a side of sour cream or a tangy dipping sauce.

Baked piroshki can be a delightful addition to your breakfast and dinner menus, offering a range of sweet and savory options to suit your taste preferences. Experiment with different fillings to create a variety of flavorful pastries.