Description
Hearty Pennsylvania Dutch Bridled Noodles showcase rustic comfort with silky strands nestled in a rich, savory broth. Golden egg noodles drenched in traditional flavors invite hungry diners to savor each comforting spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (16 ounces / 454 grams) wide egg noodles
- 1 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs
- 1 3/4 sticks (14 ounces / 397 grams) butter, divided
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion or garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Sauce:
- Chicken or turkey gravy, canned or homemade
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the wide egg noodles until they reach a perfect al dente texture, following package guidelines.
- Drain the noodles thoroughly, preserving their natural starchiness by avoiding rinsing.
- Transfer the hot noodles to a mixing bowl and incorporate the first portion of melted butter, tossing gently to ensure complete and even coating.
- Season the buttered noodles with salt and black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- In a separate pan, melt the remaining butter and combine it with Italian bread crumbs and your choice of onion or garlic powder, mixing until the crumbs are completely saturated with buttery goodness.
- Prepare a 3-quart casserole dish by lightly coating it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create alternating layers of buttered noodles and seasoned bread crumb mixture, starting and ending with the crumb layer to ensure a crispy top.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil to trap moisture and promote even heating.
- Place the covered dish in a preheated oven set at 350 degrees F and bake for approximately 40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and merge.
- For a golden and crisp exterior, remove the foil during the final 3-4 minutes of baking, switching to broil to achieve a beautiful bronzed finish.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Serve piping hot, offering gravy on the side or drizzled overtop according to individual preference.
Notes
- Choose wide egg noodles with a sturdy texture to withstand the butter and breadcrumb coating, ensuring a robust and satisfying dish.
- Avoid rinsing noodles after boiling to preserve their natural starchiness, which helps the butter and breadcrumbs adhere better.
- Experiment with different breadcrumb types like panko or seasoned crumbs for varied texture and flavor profiles.
- Consider using herb-infused butter or adding dried herbs like parsley or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture for an elevated taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg