Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 lb

egg noodles

boiled

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.75 lb

farmer cheese

sieved

1 cup

sour cream

1 tsp

caraway seed

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

4 slice

bacon

diced

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

butter

for baking dish

3 unit

eggs

whisked

1 pinch

paprika

to dust surface

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Boil egg noodles in salted water until cooked.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain noodles in a colander and rinse with cold water.

Step 4
~4 min

Drain noodles again and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5
~4 min

Set noodles aside in a bowl.

Step 6
~4 min

Pass farmer cheese (or dry curd cottage cheese) through a fine sieve.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir in 1/3 cup sour cream and caraway seed into the cheese.

Step 8
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the cheese mixture to the noodles and stir to combine.

Step 10
~4 min

Dice the bacon and finely chop the onion.

Step 11
~4 min

Fry the diced bacon in a skillet with the onion until the bacon is crisp.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the bacon and onion to the noodle and cheese mixture and stir to combine.

Step 13
~4 min

Grease a deep ovenproof dish with butter.

Step 14
~4 min

Place the noodle mixture, bacon, and onion in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~4 min

Whisk eggs with the remaining 2/3 cup sour cream.

Step 16
~4 min

Pour this mixture evenly over the contents of the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~4 min

Dust the surface lightly with paprika.

Step 18
~4 min

Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until the top is browned and the mixture tests done using the knife method.

Step 19
~4 min

Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use smoked bacon.

Add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top for extra crispness.

Experiment with different cheeses such as Gruyere or Emmental.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as a main dish or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Czech Republic

Cultural Significance

Comfort food often enjoyed during family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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