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Savory Cheese and Herb Kugel with Crispy Breadcrumb Topping

Created by: Howcan Team

Ingredients

8 oz wide egg noodles
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
3 eggs
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 3 eggs, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp of chopped fresh dill, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of black pepper.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the cheese mixture and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs and 2 tbsp of melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the kugel.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the kugel is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

The history of Savory Cheese and Herb Kugel with a crispy breadcrumb topping can be traced back to Eastern European Jewish cuisine. This traditional dish has been passed down through generations, evolving to incorporate various herbs and cheeses. Renowned chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi have put their own spin on this classic, adding a modern twist to the recipe. The best versions of this dish can be found in Jewish delis and restaurants in New York City, where the kugel is baked to perfection, achieving a crispy golden topping. The key to getting this dish right lies in the combination of creamy cheeses, fragrant herbs, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping.

65 min

320 calories

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, 3 eggs, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp of chopped fresh dill, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp of black pepper.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the cheese mixture and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs and 2 tbsp of melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the kugel.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the kugel is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!