How to Make Jewish Potato Knishes: A Single-Serving Savory Pie
"Jewish Potato knishes are a baked dumpling filled with potatoes similar to a Mexican empanada, a British pasty, a Russian pirozhki and an Italian calzone...."
INGREDIENTS
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Knish Dough:
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8 ounces softened unsalted butter
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8 ounces softened cream cheese
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1/2 cup sour cream
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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Potato Filling:
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6 large potatoes, peeled, cut into chunks, boiled, cooled and shredded in a ricer or grinder
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1 pound onions, chopped and sautéed
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2 large whole eggs, beaten
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1/4 cup instant potato buds
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2 teaspoons salt
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3/4 teaspoon ascorbic acid or vitamin C powder (to keep the potatoes from turning dark)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon tobasco sauce
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8 ounces finely shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
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Egg Wash:
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1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (and 1 drop of yellow food coloring, if desired)
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