INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients
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1 pound (16-ounce) box of small dry pasta (such as elbow macaroni, penne, gemelli, or shells)
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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4 cups whole milk, plus more, if needed
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon dry mustard powder (you can also substitute yellow mustard)
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1 pound extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated (or use an equivalent mix of cheeses) (16 ounces)
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan