For years, kugel has been a staple comfort food on the Jewish holiday table. From sweet, cheesy kugel studded with raisins, to pepper-packed savory egg noodle kugel and everything in between, there’s always been room for a slice on an overflowing plate.

Like the Jewish New Year, Chinese New Year is celebrated with foods that signify a prosperous, healthy new year. See how this family celebrates four different new year celebrations. To celebrate Jewish Chinese families, we’re taking kugel to a new level with a mashup of the humble noodle kugel and Longevity (long life) noodles. Traditionally, Longevity noodles are served at birthdays and celebrations to signify a full and long life.

Instead of the classic casserole kugel that you slice and share, we’ve kept our noodles uncut, paying homage to the custom of enjoying the noodles in one, unbroken piece as we celebrate a long and prosperous life. We’re baking them in muffin tins for individual kugel cups that are fun for all ages and easy to serve.

Flavored with ginger, garlic, green onions and sesame, serve up this kugel any time of year!