Sweet Noodles

To prepare a delicious recipe for noodles with nuts and cherry jam, we start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. It is essential that the water reaches the boiling point before adding the noodles. This step is important because the noodles need a high temperature to cook evenly. Once the water is boiling, we can add the noodles to the pot. They will boil for about 10 minutes, but it is recommended to check the instructions on the package, as different types of noodles may require different cooking times.

After the noodles are ready, we will drain them in a colander and rinse them under cold running water. This step helps to stop the cooking process and prevents them from sticking together. Next, we take care of the nuts. We can gently crush them with a hammer, making sure to wrap them in a towel to avoid splintering. Alternatively, we can choose to cut them into larger pieces, which will add a pleasant texture to the dish. Once the nuts are prepared, we mix them in a bowl with 200 grams of sugar, a generous portion of cherry jam, and a pinch of cinnamon, which will provide a tempting aroma and a note of warmth.

To create a sweet and crunchy base, we take the remaining sugar and put it in a pot over medium heat to caramelize. We make sure to stir constantly so that the sugar melts evenly, transforming into a golden syrup. Once the sugar is completely caramelized, we will carefully pour this syrup onto the walls of a pan, covering the entire surface, to ensure that the noodles will have a delicious and sweet base.

Over the nut mixture, we will add the drained noodles, gently mixing to ensure that each piece of noodle is well coated with the nut, sugar, and jam mixture. Once everything is well combined, we will pour the mixture into the prepared pan with the caramelized sugar. Now, the pan will be placed in the oven at a low temperature to allow the noodles to brown slightly and absorb the sweet flavors.

After a few minutes, when the noodles have taken on a golden hue and a tempting aroma, we will take them out of the oven and let them cool. This dish can be served warm or at room temperature, being perfect to be enjoyed at any time of the day. Noodles with nuts and cherry jam represent a delicious combination of textures and flavors, ideal for delighting the taste buds of loved ones.

 Ingredients: 600 g noodles, 250 g walnuts, 355 g sour cherry jam (one 400 g jar), 400 g granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cinnamon

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