The Connecticut Clay Artists

Steps

1. Cook noodles as usual. Rinse and drain.
2. Place half of noodles on bottom of 11" x 7" glass baking dish, reserving the other half.
3. Spread half of cheese and then repeat noodles and cheese for the second layer.
4. Melt butter in a one-quart saucepan at medium heat and gradually whisk in flour creating rue. Cook gently for a few minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking the whole time. Warm on low heat. When sauce is steaming, add Parmesan cheese. Add salt & pepper to taste & more milk if too thick. Mixture should be good pouring consistency.
5. Pour sauce evenly over noodles & cheese and sprinkle with paprika.
6. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until bubbling and slightly browned.
7. Transfer to serving dish for serving, or reheating later if not serving right away.