Noodle Kugel

If you've never had kugel before, this is a great one to start with. While there are many kugel variations—potato or noodle, sweet or savory, egg noodles vs medium-sized noodles—this sweet noodle kugel has our heart. Slightly sweet yet not overpowering, this dish could easily be served at your Rosh Hashanah or Hanukkah celebration as an easy side dish or even as dessert. As  good as this dish tastes fresh out of the oven, it may even taste better being scooped out of the baking dish in the fridge in the middle of the night...don't worry, we won't tell. 

What is noodle kugel?

Kugel is basically the Yiddish/Jewish word for casserole. Sweet noodle kugel is typically made from eggs, noodles, sour cream and cottage cheese, all baked inside a casserole dish. 

Tip: If you're not a fan of egg noodles, pretty much any medium-sized noodle (like penne or fusilli) would work perfectly here!  

What does kugel taste like?

While there are many savory versions out there (such as this giant-latke-esque potato kugel), we have a soft spot in our hearts for sweet noodle kugel. Often thick and eggy, our version is the perfect amount of sweet with an added hint of cinnamon. 

Can I make it ahead?

Yes! You can assemble your kugel completely, then wrap and store in the fridge overnight until ready to bake the next day. If you have any leftovers—or want to make the entire dish ahead of time—you can store it baked in the fridge for 2-3 days. 

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