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!
Analida @ ethnicspoon.com
Your Baba would be proud! I need to make these during Lent. Thanks for sharing your family story!
Homemade & Yummy
So goo right….simple yet delicious.
Richa Gupta
Egg noodles are so much favorites anytime and this looks yum!
Homemade & Yummy
This is a so easy, and you know….the simple things in life are delicious.
Kate
Yes! Hands up for pasta! I am with you. I love pasta so much. I have never had any thing like this before…it sounds simple and delicious!
Homemade & Yummy
It is simple, and so very delicious. Hope you give it a try.
Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours
Fantastically carb tastic and perfect for the winter! this would also make a great portable office lunch!
Homemade & Yummy
Yup I would eat this any time of day for sure.
Laura
Reminds me a lot of Kuegel, but without the sugar!
Homemade & Yummy
YES…very similar for sure. Delicious right??
dixya @food, pleasure, and health
looks like a very comforting dish. i will take pasta served anyway 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Well this is a great dish to try.
Kim N
My dad used to make this for us but he added ham. So glad to have the recipe again 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
However it is made it is always delicious.
Megan
The crunchy edges are still my favorite in casseroles like this one. For me, it was my mom’s tuna casserole!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes the crunchy edges are the best part. Funny how the simple things are so good.
Marcia
I have not heard of smoked sea salt. Would normal salt or normal sea salt be a five substitute??
Homemade & Yummy
Yes totally fine for sure.
Matt Kearns
This casserole looks like something hearty that will stick to my ribs as I am freezing my butt off typing this in Alberta. This dish looks super tasty!
Homemade & Yummy
Hello fellow Canadian. We are freezing here in Ontario too. Winter if far from over.
Elizabeth
How is it that I’ve never tried something like this before? It certainly ticks all the boxes! I need to remedy this oversight 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Well hope you give it a try. It is a childhood favourite….and totally delicious.
debi at Life Currents
This looks delicious. I’ve never tried it, though I’m Ukrainian as well. I’ll totally have to give this a try. And, no, I’ve never had homemade egg noodles, but I can imagine they are way better than store bought.
Homemade & Yummy
Yup homemade noodles are the best (and baba sure did a great job making them too).
Cindy Gregory
My mother always added a little sugar and cinnamon. It was always made with homemade noodles!!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes there are both savoury and sweet versions. All are delicious.
Chef Mireille
being from New York with it’s large Jewish population these kugel type casseroles are so delicious – I love both the sweet and savory versions!
Homemade & Yummy
You can never beat a great noodle casserole…no matter which version you eat.
Camilla Hawkins
This looks like a very comforting dish, love all the memories associated with it. I remember my Danish mum’s Frikerdeller (pork meatballs) very fondly, I still make them today:-)
Homemade & Yummy
Yes those memories are golden for sure.
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
Am I ever hungry just looking at the casserole and the crunchy edges would be my favorite piece. I try to duplicate some of my mamma’s recipes and although they’re good I always feel that there is something missing.I never knew my grandparents — they all died before my parents were even grown. I love that you have great memories.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes those special ladies (moms, grammas, babas) certainly did some magic in the kitchen. Hopefully my kids and grandchildren will feel the same.