INGREDIENTS
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1 pound macaroni such as cassarecci, strozzopretti or ziti with lines
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose four
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1 cup chicken stock
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1 1/2 cups whole milk
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Nutmeg, grated to taste
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1 (10-ounce) box frozen butternut squash, defrosted
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A few dashes hot sauce
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1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
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1 cup extra-sharp yellow Cheddar
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A handful fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika