Polish Noodles (Cottage Cheese and Noodles)

Ingredients and Weight:

• Egg noodles, dry: 1 lb (454 g)
• Cottage cheese, whole milk: 16 oz (454 g)
• Sour cream: 8 oz (227 g)
• Butter: 4 tbsp (57 g)
• Onion, chopped: 1 medium (140 g)
• Ham, diced: 8 oz (227 g)
• Dill, chopped: 1/4 cup (6 g)

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions.
2. While the noodles are cooking, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened.
3. Stir in the ham and cook until lightly browned.
4. Add the cottage cheese, sour cream, and cooked noodles to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Stir well to combine and heat through for 5 minutes.
6. Sprinkle with dill before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Protein: 30 g
• Fat: 25 g
• Carbohydrates: 45 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and tangy cottage cheese sauce
• Tender egg noodles
• Savory ham and onion
• Fresh dill adds a touch of brightness

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect."
• "I love how easy it is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal."
• "The cottage cheese sauce is so flavorful and rich."
• "This is a great way to use up leftover ham."
• "I highly recommend this dish to anyone who enjoys Polish cuisine."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have dill, you can substitute parsley or chives.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
• To make a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add extra vegetables, such as bell peppers or mushrooms.