CHICAGO (WLS) -- ABC7 Chicago meteorologist Tracy Butler was Cooking up a Storm Thursday with an iconic Jewish deli that has called Chicago home for decades.

Manny's, located at 1141 S. Jefferson St. in the South Loop, is a frequent stop for politicians and celebrities.

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And it's also been giving back, dishing up 1,800 free meals during the government shutdown.

Manny's owner Dan Raskin made their famous noodle kugel Thursday.

Manny's Famous Noodle Kugel

Serves 8 as a side dish

- 1 1/2 pounds extra wide egg noodles

- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar

- 6 extra large eggs

- 1 1/2 teaspoons iodized table salt

- 12 oz. cottage cheese, large curd recommended

- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, melted

- 2 cups sour cream

- 1/2 cup golde

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