Biłgoraj pierogi

Biłgoraj pieróg is a traditional Polish regional dish, originating from Biłgoraj Land, formerly prepared for important celebrations and holidays.
Pieróg biłgorajski is baked either without a crust, in which case it is called "bald", or with a yeast dough crust. The filling is based on cooked potatoes, quark and cooked buckwheat groats. The other ingredients are eggs, śmietana, fatback or lard, mint and spices. The kneaded dough is formed into a rectangular or circular shape and baked in the oven. Optionally, pieróg biłgorajski can be folded in a thin layer of yeast-based dough.
The texture of the pieróg is solid, easy to break or crumble, with its appearance resembling that of freshly cooked pâté. It may be served hot or cold, with śmietana, milk or butter.
A [List of Polish language|Polish dishes|Polish dish] with a similar taste is kaszak, which is de facto a bread roll filled with Biłgoraj pierogi.
Since October 4, 2005, Biłgoraj pierogi are found on the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development's.