This Traditional Egg Noodle Casserole is one of my favourite childhood memories.
Baked egg noodles that I called Ukrainian pasta! Noodles, eggs, and milk can create some magic in the kitchen. Baba knew what she was doing.
She would also be impressed with my version of lazy cabbage rolls. All the flavour of traditional cabbage rolls without all of the work.
Baba would have this ready for me as an after school treat. How I miss her cooking. This noodle casserole brings back so many wonderful memories.
I am a pasta girl for sure. From spaghetti to gnocchi, macaroni salad to everyone’s favourite mac and cheese.
How about Asian noodles? This super easy cabbage and noodles stir fry is always a hit with the family.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this baked noodle casserole are at the bottom of this post.
When you were a kid, what was your go-to snack after school? Cake, cookies, chips? Mine was egg noodle casserole! I am totally serious.
Savoury food all the way for me. I do enjoy desserts (who doesn’t), but given the choice between freshly baked cookies or fresh baked bread, bread wins hands down.
Simple Ingredients
It really does not get easier than this. For this baked noodle recipe you will need:
- egg noodles
- eggs
- milk
- salt
Everyone has eaten casseroles with noodles. You know the ones I am talking about.
Those wonderful casseroles made with cream soups.
- hamburger casseroles
- chicken noodle casserole
- tuna noodle casserole
Do these bring back memories? Noodle dinner recipes that were (or even still are) family favourites. The perfect casserole to take to pot lucks and family gatherings. Did you like crushed potato chips on your noodle casserole?
And we cannot forget to mention chicken noodle soup! Always a must for when you are feeling under the weather. It works like magic.
I also remember potato casseroles too. Sweet Potato Au Gratin is the ultimate comfort food. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes, covered in cream and topped with cheese. What is not to love?
How To Make Ukrainian Egg Noodle Casserole
This really is a simple noodle recipe to put together.
- Cook egg noodles “al dente”
- Combine cooked noodles with eggs, milk, and seasonings.
- Place in a greased casserole dish.
- Bake.
- Enjoy!
The milk and eggs form sort of custard as the casserole bakes. The noodles on top get nice and crunchy (the best part). Once baked you can eat this warm, but I even eat it cold.
How Long Does It Take To Cook Egg Noodles?
This type of noodle cooks quickly. Overcooking will produce soggy, mushy noodles.
Use a large pot of boiling water. The noodles need space to cook properly.
Fresh noodles will cook in about 3-4 minutes. Dried, store-bought variety will take 5-7 minutes, depending on the thickness of the noodles.
There are lots of varieties, and here are just a few:
- (affiliate) No Yolks
- (affiliate) Egg Dumpling Noodles
- (affiliate) Gluten-Free
Have you ever tasted homemade egg noodles? I sure hope so. Baba’s were THE BEST EVER. My mom could churn these out too, but there is that special touch only baba’s (or grammas) have. Something I am striving to achieve for my grandkids.
She also made the best pierogies too. You know the stuffed Ukrainian pasta. You NEED to make this creamy Pierogi Sauce. It is THE BEST topping ever.
Baba was a culinary master. Her homemade sauerkraut beat anything you could buy in the store. I would love to use it in my kapusta recipe.
She also made the best side dish we like to call Ukrainian dill potatoes. Perfect for steak, chicken and more.
This Ukrainian pasta bake is also known as kugel (the Jewish version) or pastiera, the traditional Easter egg noodle pudding found on the Ukrainian and Italian tables. They can also be referred to as kluski.
Another version is baked lokshyna. A casserole with egg noodles, cottage cheese and bacon. Typical Ukrainian comfort food.
Are You A Noodle Lover?
Here are a few delicious recipes for you to try:
- Canned Tuna Pasta Toss made with simple ingredients.
- Easy Penne Pasta made with a delicious olive tapenade.
- Green Thai Curry better than takeout for dinner any night.
- Mushroom Bites a fun and nostalgic appetizer.
I bake my noodles in a glass baking dish. That is how mom did it. There is something about seeing those nice brown edges through the glass.
Good old noodle casseroles will never go out of style. This Traditional Egg Noodle Casserole will be a treasured favourite forever. ❤I miss you baba❤.
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Ukrainian Baked Egg Noodle Casserole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºFGrease a 9×13 baking dish/pan
- Cook egg noodles according to package directions.
- Drain, and rinse with cold water.Place cooked egg noodles into the greased baking dish.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk and salt.
- Pour evenly over the noodles in the baking dish.
- Slightly press down the noodles into the liquid.
- Bake in oven until set, and top is nicely browned (that is the best part). Approximately 45 minutes.
- Cut into squares. Can be eaten hot or cold.
- ENJOY!
Nathan
What can I serve this with ? Simple
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You could serve this along side a salad, seafood or meat.
Jean
Yes, typical unadorned eastern European food. Despite having a Polish grandmother I think I will lightly fry some pieces in butter and sprinkle some cheese and green onions on them. A bit bland for my now adulterated California taste for spicy I fear. Herb freezing a great idea. I ran out and bought ice trays.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I will admit, the egg noodles are a bit bland, but that is just the way they are. The crunchy bits are the best part. As for freezing herbs, my freezer is stocked for the winter.
Don Reyes
I had some egg noodles laying around and searched for a recipe to use them up. I came accross your recipe and boy oh boy, I’m glad I did. So simple and yet so delicious! I let the noodles get a little more toasty than shown in your picture because of your statement that the crunchy parts are the best. Soooooo good. Thank you for sharing. DJ
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so glad you enjoyed this Ukrainian version of comfort food. It holds a special place in my heart.
Barbara
Looking around, I found similar recipes for this and tried to customize. Fresh dairy is not tolerated here so I subbed whole milk yogurt which is. I added chopped leeks, freshly ground white pepper and topped with paprika. We found it a little underflavored. Still a good enough dish to feed hungry people. Just not all that exciting.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks for your comments. I do agree it is not and exciting dish in taste, but it is real Ukrainian comfort food.
Cheryl
Trying to find this recipe for years. My mom used to make something like this except she cooked it on the on the range in a saucepan with butter,eggs and egg noodles, milk and sprinkled parmeasen cheese on top. Simple dish however very good for nights when you just need something and a comfort food.
Good memories.
Cher
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Exactly, Ukrainian comfort food. Simply delicious. So glad you have wonderful food memories.
Heidi
YUM!!!❤️❤️❤️ How can something so simple and easy, be so incredibly delicious? I could eat the whole pan myself,easily- but I guess I will share 😒 .Thank you so much for sharing the recipe. This will be a new favorite in our household.🙂
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so happy my baba’s recipe was a hit in your house.
Margaret
My mother made these, but with a few less eggs and a bit of cheese. I am so excited to see a recipe like this. No one is Ukrainian in the family, so I have no idea how she got this recipe. Thank you for posting it.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are so very welcome. Hope you and your family enjoy one of our traditional recipes.
Adele
My mother was from Ukraine. She made this for Easter in a loaf pan. It was sliced, dusted with salt and pepper, and fried in butter until crispy. Oh so good – I can also slice and eat cold right out of the fridge! My grandchildren ask for extra to take home!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so happy you love this traditional Ukrainian recipe. It is a keeper for sure.
Kathy
Yes, this is how we ate it as well. I believe we called it makahran (excuse the poor spelling). I’m going to make it again this year for the first time in years.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
We call it Ukrainian comfort food LOL!