Pagash facts for kids

Pagash (say "PAY-gash") is a tasty food that's a bit like a pizza or a pierogi. It's made with mashed potatoes, dough, and often cheese. Sometimes, it even has cabbage! This dish started a long time ago in Slavic countries. It's super popular in parts of Northeastern Pennsylvania and Southwestern Pennsylvania, USA, because many families from those Slavic regions moved there.

What is Pagash?

Pagash is a simple but delicious dish. It's mainly made from soft mashed potatoes and dough. Some people call it "pierogi pizza" because it uses similar ingredients to pierogis, which are also popular Slavic dumplings.

Where Does Pagash Come From?

Pagash first came from Slavic countries in Eastern Europe. People often ate it during Lent, a special time before Easter when some people choose to eat simpler foods. It became very popular in places like Northeastern Pennsylvania and Southwestern Pennsylvania, USA. This is because many families from Slavic countries moved there and brought their traditions, including this yummy food, with them.

How is Pagash Made?

Today, Pagash is often made by baking mashed potatoes or cooked cabbage between layers of pizza dough. Sometimes, the potato or cabbage mix has yummy things like butter, onions, and spices added to it. Often, cheese is also put on top of the dish before it's baked, making it even more delicious!

Images for kids

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  Slice of pagac

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  Two preparations of pagáč in the Czech Republic