Noodle Kugel (Pudding)

SERVES: 15

This one will have you daydreaming about the good old days. You'll find yourself going back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!). This pudding was a standard in the old neighborhood, and everybody had their little secret touch with it. So, use yours, too. It all works!

What You'll Need

1 pound egg noodles
2 tablespoons vegetable, oil, divided
8 eggs, slightly beaten
16 ounces cottage cheese
1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained and squeezed
1 1/2 cup sugar
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

What to Do

Preheat over to 350 degrees F.
To a large pot of boiling water, add 1 tablespoon oil and cook noodles until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes (do not overcook); drain and place in a large bowl. Add remaining oil to noodles, then add remaining ingredients and mix.
Place noodle mixture in a 9- x 13-inch glass baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
Bake uncovered 1-3/4 to 2 hours, or until set and lightly browned and crisp.