Sweet Noodle Kugel

Lokshen Kugel

Paris, FranceAshkenaziShabbat Pareve 60 min 8 servings Easy

A traditional sweet noodle kugel preserved by survivor networks in postwar Paris. Made with egg noodles, eggs, sugar, and raisins, it can function as a side dish or simple dessert for Shabbat.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium baking dish.

  2. 2

    Cook the egg noodles until tender, then drain well.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

  4. 4

    Fold in the cooked noodles and raisins until everything is evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and smooth the top.

  6. 6

    Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is set and lightly caramelized.

  7. 7

    Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving warm or at room temperature.

Kosher notes

This version is conveniently pareve and can be served with a Shabbat meat meal; some families make dairy versions instead.

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