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Jewish Kugel

Jewish Kugel is a traditional baked casserole, often enjoyed during Jewish holidays. This sweet noodle dish is rich in flavor and has a delightful texture, making it a beloved comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cornflakes crushed
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  4. Fold the cooked noodles into the egg mixture until evenly combined.
Assemble the Kugel
  1. Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes, melted butter, and sugar for the topping.
  3. Sprinkle the cornflake mixture evenly over the noodle base.
Bake
  1. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

For an extra touch, you can add raisins or apples to the noodle mixture before baking. Serve warm as a side dish or dessert.

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