Oprah Mac And Cheese

Ingredients

• 2 ounces butter, melted, plus extra for preparing the baking pan
• 1 quart evaporated milk
• 4 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 11/4 lbs. shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese (preferably Vermont cheddar)
• 1 lb. dry elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
• Crumb Topping:
• 1/2 cup dry sourdough breadcrumbs (or other firm-textured white bread)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 grindings of black pepper