Noodles and Pot Cheese Turos Teszia
Dive into the heart of Hungarian comfort food with Noodles and Pot Cheese, or Túrós Tészta, a traditional dish that’s irresistibly creamy and packed with rich, savory flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines tender wide egg noodles with crumbled pot cheese—or farmer’s cheese—for an authentically tangy and slightly sweet profile. Crispy, golden bacon pieces add a delightful crunch, while a dollop of sour cream and a drizzle of bacon grease elevate the dish to indulgent perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty, satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a nostalgic taste of Eastern European cuisine. Serve it warm and enjoy the harmony of textures and flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams wide egg noodles
- 250 grams pot cheese (or farmer's cheese, or ricotta if unavailable)
- 150 grams bacon, diced
- 100 grams sour cream
- 15 grams unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the wide egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
While the noodles cook, prepare the bacon. Place the diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon and set it aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the skillet.
Drain the cooked noodles and return them to the pot, tossing with the unsalted butter to prevent sticking.
Crumble the pot cheese (or farmer's cheese) into the pot with the noodles and gently mix to combine.
Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is creamy and evenly coated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Transfer the noodles and cheese mixture to a serving dish. Top with the crispy bacon pieces and drizzle with the reserved bacon grease for added flavor.
Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy this comforting Hungarian classic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 3360 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 330 mg | 7% | |
*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.
