Neatfreak, your kugel sounds like the one I make. I cheat a little. Instead of potchking with the apples, I open a can of apple pie filling, and it is a perfect substitute.
Jo Jo, I made your kugel for Shabbos and it is one of the best recipes I have ever tasted. I will be making it for Rosh Hashana. It is such a easy fast recipe to make. Thanks so much for sharing it.