Vareniki

Ukrainian filled pasta resembling ravioli, usually made from an egg dough. A potato dough is used sometimes, especially for sweet versions. Of the numerous fillings, cottage cheese is the national favourite.

Vareniki are boiled, drained, and traditionally served with smetana (sour cream) or chopped crisp bacon, or both.

Sweet vareniki filled with fruit, especially plum, are enjoyed as a dessert. In some parts of the Ukraine they go under the Czech name knedli.