German Noodle Bake (Gemutlichkeit)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 17
Delicious German Noodle Bake recipe for a hearty and comforting meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces wide egg noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1/2 cup celery , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon caraway seed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cottage cheese
2 cups sour cream ( can use low-fat )
1 cup cheddar cheese , shredded
3 eggs ( reduce the no . of eggs to 2 if they are jumbo )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
544
Sugar
6g
Fat
34g
German Noodle Bake, or Gemutlichkeit as it is also known, is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a chilly evening. The dish is made up of wide egg noodles, sautéed onions and celery, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, all baked together in the oven until golden brown on top. The caraway seed adds a nutty and slightly sweet flavor to the dish, making it a flavorful and satisfying option for dinner. This recipe serves up to 8 people and is ready in under an hour.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until tender; drain and set aside.
3.In a large skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onions and celery until softened.
4.Add the salt, caraway seed, and pepper; stir until combined.
5.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sautéed vegetables, cottage cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and eggs until well combined.
6.Add the cooked noodles and stir until everything is evenly blended.
7.Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
8.Bake for 40-45 minutes or until cooked through and lightly golden brown on top.

PROS

This Noodle Bake is a great way to use up leftover noodles and is a tasty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

The caraway seed adds a unique and delicious flavor to the dish.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not suitable for those with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain protein and calcium from the cottage cheese and cheddar cheese.
Caraway seed has been linked to digestive health and may help relieve bloating and gas.

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