Mandy Patinkins Noodle Pudding Food

MANDY PATINKIN'S MOM'S POTATO LATKES

Steps:

• Peel potatoes and onion. (If not using immediately, place in cold water.) Grate with the shredding blade of food processor.
• Put grated potatoes in a large strainer and press out liquid. Pour cold water over the potatoes and press out liquid once more. Transfer to large mixing bowl. Add onions.
• Beat eggs and egg whites until thick. Add to potatoes and onions. Add flour or matzo meal, baking powder, and seasonings. Mix well.
• Heat oil in frying pan. When ready, drop batter by large soup spoonfuls to form oval shapes. Fry over moderate to high heat until brown on one side; turn to brown other side. Remove from frying pan and drain on paper towels.
• Serve with sour cream or applesauce.

MANDY PATINKIN'S NOODLE PUDDING

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a food processor or electric mixer, blend butter, cream cheese and eggs.
• Add sugar, milk and essence and blend well.
• Transfer to a large bowl.
• Add the cooked noodles that have been drained and rinsed with cold water.
• Blend.
• Pour into a greased oven-to-table 8 1/2"X11" serving dish.
• Combine topping ingredients and spread over noodles.
• Bake for an hour and serve once done.