Noodle Kugel

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. wide egg noodles (see note)
• 5 extra­-large eggs
• 4 cups half-and-half
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 Tbs. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup golden raisins