Herby Noodle Bake (A Kugel By Any Other Name)

One of my latest comfort foods.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 4  ounces  egg noodles
• 4  ounces  spinach noodles
• 2  cups cottage cheese
• 2  cups sour cream
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 2  teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  minced fresh oregano
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil or 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  minced fresh basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried tarragon or 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  minced fresh tarragon
• 2  dashes  hot pepper sauce
•  salt & pepper
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup green pepper, chopped
• 4  tablespoons butter
•  paprika

Directions

1. Cook the noodles in boiling water until al dente.
2. You can cook the two kinds together.
3. Rinse with hot water and drain well, set aside.
4. Meanwhile, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper.
5. Mix together well.
6. In a skillet, saute the onion and green pepper in heated butter for about 5 minutes.
7. Add the noodles and stir until well blended.
8. Pour into a buttered 9"x13" baking dish.
9. Sprinkle with paprika.
10. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.