1 (8 oz.) pkg. sm. elbow macaroni
2 c. cream style cottage cheese
1 (8 oz.) carton commercial sour cream
1 egg
3/4 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Extra cheese to sprinkle on top

Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain, rinse macaroni and set aside.

Combine next 6 ingredients, add macaroni and stir well. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with paprika (optional) and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Sprinkle extra cheese on top.