Savory Noodle Kugel

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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.

Drain, rinse with cold water, then drain well again.

Transfer to a large bowl.

Heat 3 to 4 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-low heat.

Add onions and saute about 20 minutes or until very tender and light brown, (but not burned!) stirring occasionally.

Add salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika, and saute about 5 minutes or until well browned.

Cool slightly.

Stir onion mixture into noodles.

Adjust seasoning, mixture should be seasoned generously.

Add eggs and mix well.

Oil a 2 quart baking dish and add noodle mixture.

Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon oil, then dust with paprika.

Bake uncovered 1 hour or until set.

Serve from baking dish.