Noodle Kugel - Marisolio Tasting Bar

Ingredients

• 1 lb. wide egg noodles
• 5 extra large eggs
• 4 cups half-and-half
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1-1/2 Tablespoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup raisins, craisins, dried chopped apricots or the like
• Coratina Gran Cru Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Berries or other fresh fruit, chopped if necessary. (optional)