Spinach Noodle Casserole

Spinach Noodle Casserole

8 ounces broad egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk – scalded
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 10 oz pkgs frozen spinach – cooked and drained
1/2 pound Swiss cheese – shredded

Cook noodles according to packaged directions until just tender; drain and rinse.

In saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and cook, stirring, one minute. Gradually add milk and bring to a boil. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. Add seasonings and spinach. Stir and remove from heat.

In greased baking dish, arrange half of noodles, and sprinkle with half of cheese; spoon spinach mixture over cheese. Add another layer of noodles and sprinkle with rest of cheese. Cover, and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove cover and bake 15 minutes more.