1 lb. med. or wide egg noodles
5 eggs
1 c. milk
1 stick butter
1/2 lb. yellow American cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Paprika
Optional: Ham (chopped ham steak)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook noodles according to directions. Drain. Return to warm pot and toss in butter until coated. Beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper in bowl until blended. Pour egg mixture into pot. Toss. Pour noodle mixture into 9 x 12 inch greased glass pan. Cut up cheese and press into noodles. Place some on top and sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 375 degrees covered, 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes more until slightly browned on bottom and top.