Pyrophy(Perogie)

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water, egg and salt and add to 3 cups flour.
2. 2
   Mix well; add and knead in the fourth cup of flour until smooth and elastic. Brush with oil and set aside for 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Roll out as for pie crust and cut with a round cookie cutter.
4. 4
   Place the round on the palm of your hand.
5. 5
   Place a spoonful of the filling (recipe follows) on it; fold over to make a half circle.
6. 6
   Press the edges together with your fingers, making sure the edges are free of filling.
7. 7
   Have the edges sealed well to prevent the filling from running out.
8. 8
   Place the pyrophy on a tea towel, side by side, without touching each other.
9. 9
   Cover with another tea towel to keep them from drying out.
10. 10
    Drop into salted boiling water and stir with a wooden spoon to keep them from sticking to the bottom of the pan; boil for 4 or 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Drain in a colander and pour 1 cup cold water over them.
12. 12
    Drain; place in a bowl sprinkled with oil and toss gently to coat evenly.
13. 13
    Chopped onion, browned in oil, could be used if desired.