Mac and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 (16 oz.) container cottage cheese
• 1 (8 oz.) container sour cream
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar
• 8 oz. dry elbow macaroni
• paprika
• breadcrumbs and butter/margarine (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook the macaroni while you prep the rest of the ingredients.  In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients and stir well.  Drain macaroni and add to bowl.  Stir to combine.  Spoon into lightly greased 1 quart baking dish and sprinkle with paprika.
2. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.  Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.