Austria Viennese Noodles
Austria Viennese Noodles is a comforting classic featuring tender egg noodles combined with sautéed vegetables, creamy sour cream, and seasoned breadcrumbs. This dish offers a rich, buttery flavor with a hint of tang from lemon and sour cream, perfect for family dinners or special occasions seeking hearty, flavorful comfort food.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles in boiling salted water until done.
- Drain the noodles well.
- Sauté diced onions, green pepper, and celery in 1/4 cup of butter.
- Add the sautéed vegetables to the cooked noodles along with salt, black pepper, and parsley flakes; stir well.
- Blend in cultured sour cream and lemon juice.
- Pour the mixture into a buttered casserole dish.
- Top with bread crumbs mixed with the remaining butter.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of butter and olive oil for sautéing the vegetables. If you don't have cultured sour cream, plain yogurt can be a great substitute. To make it a bit healthier, you can add some cooked spinach or mushrooms. Additionally, using whole wheat egg noodles can increase the nutritional value without compromising taste.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Viennese noodles as a comforting main dish, alongside a crisp green salad or some roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of Garlic Bread or can be complemented with a light dessert like Cream Puffs(With Cream Filling) for a delightful end to your meal.
Storage & Reheating
Leftover Viennese noodles should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the noodles in a microwave-safe dish and cover loosely with a damp paper towel to retain moisture. Heat in short intervals, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. You can also bake in the oven at 350°F until heated.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Austria Viennese Noodles contains roughly 377 calories, with 4g protein, 24g carbohydrates, and 31g fat. It is a good source of dietary fiber (14% of the Daily Value) and calcium (11% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 967mg per serving (42% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different types of noodles for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute egg noodles with other pasta types like rotini or penne. Just ensure to adjust the cooking time according to the pasta you choose, as different varieties may require different boiling times.
Is there a way to make this dish vegetarian?
Absolutely! This recipe is easily adaptable to vegetarian diets. Simply ensure that the butter used is vegetable-based, and you can enhance the dish by adding more vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to the sauté mix.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dish up to the point of baking, cover it, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, simply bake it straight from the fridge, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time to ensure it's heated through.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).