A noodle ring is a retro dish that was popular in mid-20th century America, often served as a main course or side dish. It’s essentially a baked noodle casserole shaped into a ring using a bundt pan or ring mold.

Here’s a breakdown of its components and how it’s typically made:

  1. Noodles: Usually egg noodles, cooked until tender.
  2. Binding Ingredients: Eggs, cheese (like cheddar or Parmesan), and sometimes cream or milk, which help hold the mixture together.
  3. Flavorings: Common additions include onion, garlic, herbs, and occasionally meat (like ham or sausage) or vegetables (like spinach or peas).
  4. Shaping: The noodle mixture is poured into a greased bundt pan or ring mold and baked until set.
  5. Serving: Once baked, the noodle ring is inverted onto a serving plate. It can be served plain, garnished with herbs, or paired with a sauce (such as tomato sauce or mushroom gravy).

Noodle rings are a bit of a nostalgic comfort food and can be customized with modern twists to suit contemporary tastes! Would you like a recipe or ideas for variations?

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