From NESTLE

Makes 12 servings

A kugel is a baked Jewish pudding or casserole similar to a pie, with egg noodles often used in it. And this Noodle Raisin Kugel is a delicious recipe that can be served as a side dish or main dish… it’s even sweet enough to serve for dessert.

INGREDIENTS

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine

3 large eggs

1 can (12 fluid ounces) NESTLE CARNATION Evaporated Milk

1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, divided

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

4 cups (8 ounces) dry, wide egg noodles, cooked and drained

1 cup raisins

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2.Combine cream cheese and butter in large, heavy-duty saucepan over low heat, stirring until melted. Remove from heat. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in evaporated milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir in noodles and raisins. Pour into ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

3.Combine remaining 2 teaspoons granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in small bowl. Sprinkle over batter in baking dish.

Find this recipe and more holiday treats at verybestbaking.com