INGREDIENTS
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One 14-ounce box whole-grain elbow macaroni
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2 1/4 cups skim milk
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1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
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1/4 teaspoon paprika
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1 bay leaf
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or coarse sea salt
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⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
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3 to 5 drops hot sauce
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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10 ounces (or 2 1/2 cups) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
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2 tablespoons whipped butter or trans-fat free buttery spread