This savory noodle kugel uses simple ingredients like cottage cheese as the base of the casserole.

The granulated onion and ground fennel add depth to the rich, dairy-loaded side, whilehoneylends a subtle sweetness.

We call for Diamond Crystalsaltin the ingredient list because of the size of its crystals.

cheesy savory kugel - Southern Living

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Serve this kugel alongside roasted or braised meat, likebrisket.

It also goes great withSara Bradleys Freight House Fried Chicken.

Cook onion and fennel:

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high until melted and bubbly.

9x13 baking dish coated with cooking spray

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Remove from heat, and let cool slightly, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325F.

Stir in eggs until incorporated.

cooked wide egg noodles

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Fold in cooked noodles.

Remove foil, and bake until light golden and set in the middle, 22 to 30 minutes.

Transfer to a wire rack, and let cool at least 15 minutes or up to 3 hours.

onions and fennel sauteing

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Serve warm, cold, or at room temperature.

kugel mixture in a bowl

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unbaked kugel

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baked cheesy kugel

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