INGREDIENTS
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1 lb (16 oz) uncooked wheat or otherwise high fiber elbow macaroni or pasta shells
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3 tablespoons light butter, divided
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1/4 cup chopped onion
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1 (14.5 oz can) whole tomatoes
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1/4 cup torn basil leaves
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1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
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2 tablespoons flour
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1 1/4 cups fat free milk
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1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 oz 50% reduced fat sharp cheddar, shredded (I used Cabot brand)
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4 oz sharp cheddar, shredded (I used Cabot Seriously Sharp)