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Yerushalmi Kugel (Sweet Noodle Casserole)

Yerushalmi kugel is named after the city of Jerusalem. Legend has it that it originated in Jerusalem with the followers of the Vilna Gaon in the 18th century.

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Ingredients

ServingsServes 6Original: Serves 6
  • noodles, 200 g; egg noodles preferred, others acceptable8 oz
  • sugar, 160 g; white sugar makes browning easier to see2/3 cup
  • olive oil4 tbsp
  • raisins1 handful
  • pepper1–2 tsp
  • cinnamon1 tsp
  • egg3

Method 7 steps

  1. Boil noodles according to the package instructions and drain.

  2. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan, and add ⅓ cup (80 g) sugar.

  3. Stir continuously until the sugar begins to brown. Remove from heat.

  4. The sugar will continue to brown for a few more minutes, creating a thick caramel.

  5. Add the caramel to the noodles.

  6. Add the sugar, eggs, cinnamon, pepper, and raisins. Stir.

  7. Bake in a pan at 350°F (180°C) until the top begins to brown (about 40 minutes).

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