Noodle Kugel, Onion-Mushroom

In response to a request, Noodle Kugel, Onion-Mushroom

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 1 Kugel

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. 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. Heat 4 tablespoons oil in large skillet.
3. Add onions and sauté over medium low heat about 12 minutes or until very tender.
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. Add eggs to noodles and mix well.
6. Stir in mushroom mixture; taste and adjust seasoning.
7. Oil a 2-quart baking dish and add noodle mixture.
8. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon oil, then dust with remaining paprika.
9. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 1 hour or until set.
10. Serve from the baking dish.