Description
This easy pineapple kugel is a sweet baked noodle casserole, known for its crispy edges and creamy center, perfect for a comforting family meal. It is a cherished recipe, perfected over generations, offering pure satisfaction with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz egg noodles
- 20 oz (567 g) crushed pineapple, very well-drained
- 16 oz cottage cheese
- 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 0.5 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish generously with butter until the surface glistens, ensuring no sticking.
- Cook Noodles: Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente (about 7-8 minutes), ensuring they are still firm to the bite. Drain very well, then set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the well-drained crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, sour cream, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and appear smooth.
- Fold In Noodles: Gently fold in the cooked noodles, stirring until they are evenly coated with the pineapple mixture and fully incorporated.
- Pour Into Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure a consistent layer and even cooking.
- Bake Kugel: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the pineapple kugel is gloriously golden brown on top and set in the center. The edges should be slightly puffed and firm. If the kugel looks too dry before the top is golden, cover it loosely with foil for the last 15 minutes.
Notes
Ensure crushed pineapple is very well-drained (for about 30 minutes in a fine-mesh sieve) to prevent a watery kugel. Avoid overbaking to keep the center moist. For a tangier flavor, add 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Ashkenazi Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 3x4 inches)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: pineapple kugel, sweet casserole, baked noodles, family recipe, easy dinner, comfort food, Jewish cuisine, creamy, crispy edges, dessert