Alsatian Kugel
קוגל אלזסי
An Alsatian Jewish kugel, often noodle- or potato-based, lightened with local dairy and enriched with caramelized onions. It is gentler and creamier than many heavier Eastern European versions.
Ingredients
- •12 oz wide egg noodles
- •3 tbsp butter
- •3 large onions, thinly sliced
- •4 large eggs
- •1 cup fromage blanc, cottage cheese, or farmer cheese
- •1/2 cup sour cream or heavy cream
- •1 tsp kosher salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- 2
Cook the egg noodles in salted water until just tender, then drain.
- 3
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a skillet and cook the onions over medium-low heat until deeply caramelized, about 20 minutes.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Fold in the cooked noodles and caramelized onions until evenly combined.
- 6
Spread the mixture in the baking dish and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until set and golden on top.
- 7
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Kosher notes
Because this version uses local dairy, it should be served in a dairy meal. A potato-and-schmaltz version could be adapted for meat service.
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