Classic Noodle Pudding

📜 Collection: JillCollection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sides A rich and comforting traditional noodle kugel featuring a decadent blend of farmer cheese, cottage cheese, and cream cheese. Baked until the center is set and the top turns a delightful golden brown.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
20 mins55 minsNone8–10 Servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
½ poundEgg NoodlesWide variety
¼ poundButter1 stick, melted
4EggsBeaten
1 cupSugarGranulated
2 cupsMilkWhole milk preferred
1 poundCottage CheeseNone
¼ pound (4 oz)Cream CheeseSoftened
½ poundFarmer CheeseNone
½ pint (1 cup)Sour CreamNone
1 teaspoonVanilla ExtractNone
1 teaspoonSaltNone

Instructions

Step 1: Prep and Cook Noodles

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the ½ pound wide egg noodles according to package directions, then drain well in a colander.

Step 2: Mix the Custard and Noodles

  1. In a large bowl, beat the 4 eggs. Then, mix in the 1 cup sugar, 2 cups milk, 1 pound cottage cheese, ¼ pound cream cheese, ½ pound farmer cheese, ½ pint sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon salt until well combined and smooth.
  2. Melt the ¼ pound butter and toss it thoroughly with the hot, drained noodles.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

  1. Stir the buttered noodle mixture gently into the cheese and egg mixture until evenly distributed.
  2. Pour everything into the prepared 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown and fragrant.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.


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