Potato Knish

1. 1

   Step 1

   • a.Prepare the potato filling.
   • b.Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
   • c.Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well.
   • d.Mash the potatoes until smooth and set aside.
   • e.While potatoes are cooking, heat 2 tbsp of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and deeply golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
   • f.Add the caramelized onions to the mashed potatoes. Season with 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Mix well and let the filling cool completely.
2. 2

   Step 2

   • a.Make the dough.
   • b.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and 0.5 tsp salt.
   • c.In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup oil, warm water, and vinegar.
   • d.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
   • e.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Do not overwork.
   • f.Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.
3. 3

   Step 3

   • a.Assemble the knishes.
   • b.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • c.Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll one half into a large rectangle, about 12x16 inches, as thinly as you can.
   • d.Spoon half of the cooled potato filling in a long log shape along one of the long edges of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
   • e.Carefully roll the dough over the filling to form a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal.
   • f.Using the side of your hand, pinch the log at 3-inch intervals to create 4 individual knishes.
   • g.Cut the knishes apart at the pinched sections and tuck the ends under to seal. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
   • h.Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
4. 4

   Step 4

   • a.Bake the knishes.
   • b.In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tbsp of water to create an egg wash.
   • c.Brush the tops of the knishes with the egg wash.
   • d.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the knishes are firm and golden brown.
   • e.Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.

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