Vareniki:

1. Bring a large 4 quart pan of salted water to boil. (taste the water for saltiness and add as needed).

Braises onion and cabbage:

1. In a large saute pan drizzle in olive oil.
2. Toss in onions and purple cabbage and saute till cabbage softens a bit and onions turn translucent.
3. Throw in prosciutto and cook till prosciutto begins to render.
4. Add in butter.
5. Take off heat and set aside

Vareniki:

1. When water begins to boil toss in vareniki and cook for 5- 8 minutes or until they begin to float on the surface of the water.
2. When vareniki are done take a slotted spoon and scoop them out and into the saute pan they go with the onions, purple cabbage, and prosciutto.
3. Turn heat to a low to medium setting and mix well the vareniki and vegetables mixture.

Garnishing:

1. Place in a serving platter and top with lemon zest.
2. A nice dollop of fresh sour cream to finish the plate off, and it is ready to serve.
3. Enjoy!