Noodle Kugel, Onion-Mushroom

Ingredients

• 7-8 ounces medium egg noodles
• 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 lb small mushroom, quartered
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 large eggs, beaten

Directions

1. 1

   Cook noodles uncovered about 4 minutes or until nearly tender, but firmer than al dente; drain, rinse with cold water and drain well; transfer to large bowl.

2. 2

   Heat 4 tablespoons oil in large skillet.

3. 3

   Add onions and sauté over medium low heat about 12 minutes or until very tender.

4. 4

   Add mushrooms, seasonings and 1 teaspoon paprika; sauté about 12 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and onions are browned; if liquid remains in pan, cook over high heat, stirring, a few minutes until it evaporates; cool slightly.

5. 5

   Add eggs to noodles and mix well.

6. 6

   Stir in mushroom mixture; taste and adjust seasoning.

7. 7

   Oil a 2-quart baking dish and add noodle mixture.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon oil, then dust with remaining paprika.

9. 9

   Bake uncovered at 350°F for 1 hour or until set.

10. 10

    Serve from the baking dish.