(NAPSI)-The countertop grill is an appliance whose popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. The food cooks on both sides at once which works for all the usual grillables, and here’s one you might not know about: pierogies. Spritz these potato-filled pasta pockets with cooking spray, season to your taste and, five minutes later, they’re ready to enjoy. Kids love pierogies, which are good as a snack or with steak, burgers and chicken. FMI: visit www.pierogies.com.

Savory Grilled Pierogies

1 pkg frozen pierogies

Cooking spray or olive oil

1/4 to 1/2 tsp seasoning blend (Italian seasoning, seafood seasoning or lemon pepper)

Salt as needed

Preheat countertop grill.

Lightly spray or brush frozen pierogies with oil; sprinkle on both sides with seasoning blend; add salt, if not included in blend. Cooking in batches, if necessary, place pierogies on grill; close lid and grill until lightly browned, about 5 minutes (for extra-crisp pierogies, cook 8 to 10 minutes). Drizzle with prepared ranch or blue cheese dressing, if desired.