Noodle Pudding with Apple

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   Soak the raisins in the rum.

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   Boil the noodles in lightly salted water until well donerather soft.

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   At the same time, beat the eggs lightly with the sugar.

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   Add the walnuts or almonds and the soaked currants or raisins together with the rum and the lemon or orange zest.

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   Drain the noodles when they are done and stir them in.

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   Peel, core, and coarsely grate or chop the apples and mix with the lemon juice, then add to the egg-and-noodle mixture.

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   Mix very well and pour into a loaf pan lined with greaseproof or wax paper brushed with oil.

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   Alternatively, pour into an oiled baking dish and cover with foil.

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   Bake in a preheated 350F (180C) oven for about 50 minutes, or until lightly browned on top and turn out.

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    Variations:

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    Omit the orange or lemon zest and flavor with 2 teaspoons cinnamon, teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of ground cloves.

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    Some people add 3/4 cup (100 g) chopped candied fruit or citrus peel; some add jam.

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    This can be served as a side dish to accompany meat.

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    In that case use very little sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.