Hungarian Noodle Casserole

6 oz. medium yolk-free noodles, uncooked (about 4 c.)
2 t. olive oil
2 c. onion, cut vertically into thin slivers
2 c. green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1-1/2 c. cottage cheese
1 c. plain yogurt
2 t. paprika
1/4 t. salt
1/4 t. black pepper
1/2 t. onion powder
Paprika for garnish

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly oil a 7 x 11" baking pan or spray with cooking spray.

Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain.

While noodles are cooking, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion begins to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, yogurt, paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix well. Add onion mixture and cooked noodles. Mix until well combined. Spoon mixture into prepared casserole. Press noodles down gently with the back of a spoon. Sprinkle with additional paprika.

Cover and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes more.

Serves 6.

Adapted from The Meatless Gourmet, p. 317.