Apple Cheese Tortellini Kugel
Apple Cheese Tortellini Kugel is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors that will elevate your next family dinner or holiday celebration. This unique kugel recipe combines tender cheese tortellini, caramelized spiced apples, and a rich, velvety mixture of cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream for a dish that's equal parts comfort food and culinary innovation. Topped with an optional buttery crushed cornflake crust, this kugel bakes to golden perfection in just under an hour. Perfect as a standout side dish or a unique vegetarian main, Apple Cheese Tortellini Kugel is a creative twist that combines the beloved flavors of baked pasta dishes and traditional kugel with a touch of apple sweetness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 large apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes (optional topping)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (optional topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the apples are soft and caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold the cooked tortellini and sautéed apples into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
If using the optional topping, combine the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the kugel.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the kugel is set in the center and lightly golden on top.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a sweet-savory side dish or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.0 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.0 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1405 mg | 468% | |
| Sodium | 4709 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 475.9 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 198.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1206 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 44.8 mg | 249% | |
| Potassium | 2378 mg | 51% | |
*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.
