Mac 'n' Cheese

"Definitely the best one I've tried yet...especially with my tweaking"

INGREDIENTS:

1 16 oz. package elbow mac (cooked according to directions)

Sauce:

9 T. butter
2 c. half and half
2 T. Franks Red Hot sauce
1/4 c. ranch dressing
4 c. asst cheeses (I used sharp cheddar, Munster and Monterrey Jack)
8 oz. Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/4 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
1/2 t. paprika
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/2 t. onion powder

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter over med-low heat in medium pot then add ingredients in order listed. Stir frequently until all cheeses are melted. Put noodles and sauce into 9x13 baking dish and stir together. Bake covered for 40 minutes.