Serves: 8
1 (8 ounce) package medium noodles
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 large eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup diced mixed dried fruits (prunes, apricots, dates and/or figs)
1/4 cup raisins
1 medium apple, peeled (if desired) and diced (about 1 cup)
pinch of salt
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain well, put back in pot and toss with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Set aside to cool slightly.
In large bowl, beat eggs with sugar until well mixed.
Beat in remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
Beat in orange juice, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
Add the mixed dried fruit, raisins and apple; add noodles and sir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Place in a greased or sprayed 10″ square casserole; cover with foil. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake uncovered for 20 minutes more or until seems to be firm and set.
Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares.
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