Tzimmes Kugel

Delight your taste buds with the comforting flavors of Tzimmes Kugel, a perfect blend of rich tradition and irresistible sweetness. This unique twist on classic kugel combines tender wide egg noodles with the vibrant, natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, carrots, dried apricots, and raisins. Enhanced by a luscious mix of brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and freshly squeezed orange juice, this dish is baked to golden perfection for a caramelized finish. Perfect as a sweet side dish or festive dessert, Tzimmes Kugel embodies the essence of holiday gatherings and family traditions. With its soft, custard-like texture and warming spices, this crowd-pleaser is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re celebrating Rosh Hashanah or looking for a cozy addition to your dinner table, this recipe guarantees to impress both the palate and the heart.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 oz wide egg noodles
• 2 medium, peeled and diced sweet potatoes
• 3 large, peeled and sliced carrots
• 1 cup, chopped dried apricots
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 4 large eggs
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup, freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup water
• 1 for greasing optional cooking spray or butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the diced sweet potatoes, sliced carrots, 1 cup of water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, melted butter, orange juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles to the egg mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6

Gently fold in the cooked sweet potatoes, carrots, chopped dried apricots, and raisins until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the kugel is set and lightly golden on top.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a sweet side dish or dessert, perfect for holidays or family gatherings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1743.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2461.9

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 995.6mg	0%
Sodium 1839.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 412.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 243.6g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 522.9mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2808.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 64.8%