Homemade Mac & Cheese

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add 1 1/2 cups of macaroni and boil until tender. Make a medium white sauce by melting 2 T. butter in saucepan, stir in 2 T. flour, gradually add 1 cup of milk. Stir until slightly thickened and add 1 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Drain pasta and add to cheese mixture and season to taste with salt, pepper and paprika.