Macaroni and Cheese

2 cups cottage cheese
1   cup   sour cream
1   large   egg
3/4   teaspoon   salt
1/2   teaspoon   pepper
2   cups   shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1   8-ounce package   macaroni, cooked

Stir together the first 6 ingredients in a large bowl; stir in macaroni. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish, and sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, and let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Serves 4 to 6