Savory Noodle Kugel

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Cook noodles uncovered in a large pot of boiling salted water over high heat about 4 minutes or until nearly tender but firmer than usual.
3. 3
   Drain, rinse with cold water, then drain well again.
4. 4
   Transfer to a large bowl.
5. 5
   Heat 3 to 4 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-low heat.
6. 6
   Add onions and saute about 20 minutes or until very tender and light brown, (but not burned!) stirring occasionally.
7. 7
   Add salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika, and saute about 5 minutes or until well browned.
8. 8
   Cool slightly.
9. 9
   Stir onion mixture into noodles.
10. 10
    Adjust seasoning, mixture should be seasoned generously.
11. 11
    Add eggs and mix well.
12. 12
    Oil a 2 quart baking dish and add noodle mixture.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon oil, then dust with paprika.
14. 14
    Bake uncovered 1 hour or until set.
15. 15
    Serve from baking dish.