Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large pot, parboil the noodles for about 5 minutes. Drain.

In a mixing bowl, beat eggs with electric mixer until nice and fluffy.

Slowly add in sugar, beating well after each addition.

Add in cottage cheese, butter, vanilla and salt.

Stir in noodles.

Pour noodle mixture in to a casserole or cake pan (about 2 quarts).

In a large skillet, melt additional butter.

Add cereal and stir to coat.

Top noodle mixture with cereal.

Bake until kugel is set and gold brown on top, anywhere from 1-2 hours depending on your oven.