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Colțunași with Bacon and Onions Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 6 slices of bacon, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup of sour cream

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling potatoes
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Large skillet

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Boil the potatoes until they are soft and mashable. Drain and mash them in a mixing bowl.
2. Add the flour, egg, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix until a dough forms.
3. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin sheet. Cut the sheet into small circles using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
4. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until translucent.
6. Add the bacon back to the skillet with the onions and mix together.
7. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the potato circles for 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface.
8. Remove the potato circles from the water and add them to the skillet with the bacon and onions. Mix together.
9. Serve the colțunași with a dollop of sour cream on top.


Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Skillet: Medium heat
Pot of water: Boiling
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or sausage.
- Instead of onions, you can use shallots or leeks.
- Instead of sour cream, you can use Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.

Variations:
- Add shredded cheese to the colțunași mixture for a cheesy twist.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the bacon and adding mushrooms and spinach to the skillet instead.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mashed potatoes are not too wet or the dough will be too sticky.
- Use a floured surface and rolling pin to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Cook the colțunași in small batches to prevent overcrowding in the skillet.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover colțunași in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the colțunași in the microwave or in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the colțunași on a platter with a dollop of sour cream on top and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives.

Pairings:
Pair with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Green beans with almonds
- Caesar salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add more flour.
- If the colțunași fall apart in the water, the dough may be too thin. Add more flour to thicken it.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the potatoes are fully cooked before mashing them to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
Colțunași is a traditional Romanian dish that is similar to Italian ravioli or Polish pierogi.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, salty, and slightly sweet from the onions.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a main dish or as an appetizer.

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Region: Romanian

Taste: Savory, Salty, Smoky, Umami, Tangy