Jackie Kennedy’s Casserole Marie Blanche
First lady Jackie Kennedy is reported to have served this easy, delicious Casserole, Marie Blanche, during her time in the White House.
🍽️ Recipe Name: Jackie Kennedy’s Casserole Marie Blanche
⏰ Ready In: 45 minutes
⏳ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 30 minutes
👥 Serves: 12
🥕Main Ingredients: Egg noodles, cottage cheese, cream cheese, chives, butter.
🍳 Special Equipment: Casserole dish
⭐ Why You’ll Love It: A rich, creamy vintage casserole recipe that is easy enough for weeknights but perfect for potlucks and holiday tables.
👇 Full measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.
After the Kennedy era, LBJ became known for a very different kind of comfort food with his famous Texas chili recipe.
History of Casserole Marie Blanche
My Mom made this easy, tasty side dish at least once or twice a year. When I asked my Mom if she still had the recipe, she couldn’t find it.
I knew the basic recipe but could never find a reference for it online. It finally appeared in 2018.
In my research, I’ve found many stories. Mrs. Smith is the contributor on one site. Mrs. Fowler and family on another.
Most attribute it to Jacqueline Kennedy; the majority say she served it at a private dinner in 1961 for her brother-in-law and sister, Prince and Princess Radziwill.
Who knows, but it is good. What the real story is, the world may never know.
It is basically a slimmed-down version of the French dish that is covered in a white sauce.
What you need
- egg noodles – cooked in water or broth, according to package directions
- sour cream
- cottage cheese – 1 container
- salt and white pepper or black pepper
- butter
- fresh chives – snipped
How to Make Casserole Marie Blanche
- Boil egg noodles over medium heat according to the package directions. Drain.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and stir well.
You can mix it in the casserole that you will bake it in, or add it to a large bowl to combine the noodles with the remaining ingredients. Then, pour the mixture into the casserole.
Dot the top with small pieces of butter. Bake at 350°F until the top is golden brown, and everything is bubbly! Serve immediately. This is definitely best served immediately. Leftovers tend to be a bit dry.
If you love easy, vintage casseroles like this, you’ll want to try this Spaghetti Casserole, made with leftover ham or turkey. Here’s another vintage recipe, these waffles were said to be JFK’s favorite breakfast.
Important Notes
The recipe card below has the original recipe and ingredients. Be sure to read the notes section. I’ve perfected the original recipe.
- I use only 1 pound of noodles instead of 1½ pounds.
- I increased both the cottage cheese and sour cream amounts to 2 cups each.
- Us 4% milk fat cottage cheese for the best flavor.
- The butter is generally over 1 tablespoon. Dot the top evenly with butter.
Optional ingredients and substitutions
- Sauté onion and substitute for chives
- Add broccoli, asparagus, or other green vegetables
- Sauté mushrooms and add to the mixture
- Cook noodles in chicken stock for extra flavor
- Add garlic powder or onion powder
- Sprinkle top with paprika just before serving
If you’re in the mood for something with a little more kick, this Mexican noodle casserole brings that same cozy feel with a bold, cheesy twist. If you love easy sides like this Casserole Marie Blanche, give this hashbrown casserole a try.
What Main Dishes to Serve with Casserole Marie Blanche
Other Vintage Recipes
If you enjoy recipes like this, here are a few more vintage favorites worth trying.
This vintage casserole Marie Blanche has a creamy, comforting taste
Vintage recipes are fun, aren’t they? I love finding the history of the foods we eat!
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Mrs. John F. Kennedy’s Casserole Marie Blanche
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound egg noodles, cooked and drained (original recipe : see important notes below!)
- 1 cup cream style cottage cheese (original recipe : see important notes below!)
- 1 cup sour cream (original recipe : see important notes below!)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/3 cup chive snipped or chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F Combine noodles, cottage cheese, sour cream. salt, pepper and chives. Pour into buttered 2 quart casserole and dot with the 1 tablespoon butter.
- Bake about 30 minutes, until noodles begin to brown and casserole is hot and bubbly. Serve immediately.
- See notes below for important notes. I increase the cheese and sour cream and decrease the noodles!
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Nutrition
Originally Published October 19, 2016. Updated May 11, 2024.
Very nice, quick, and inexpensive main dish, with a green salad on the side of the plate. I made a lemon vinaigrette dressing for the salad, and squeezed a few drops of fresh lemon juice over the plated noodles as well. The acidity brightened up the noodles! Thank you for this recipe. I will definitely make it again.
Thank you Dale. We’re so glad you like it!