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Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
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Using a cheese grater or food processor fitted with a grating attachment, grate the Cheddar cheese. Set aside.
PRO TIP In a hurry? Use pre-shredded cheese instead of freshly-grated cheese.
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Cut the cream cheese into 1/2-inch cubes. Set aside.
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Place the elbow macaroni, milk, butter, and salt in a large pot. Cover the pot with a fitted lid. Set the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to medium-low so that the mixture is at a low boil.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until it has absorbed most of the liquid, about 10 minutes.
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Turn off the heat and remove the lid from the pot. Add the cream cheese to the noodles and stir.
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Add the remaining milk, heavy cream, mustard powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
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Add 2/3 of the cheddar cheese to the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted into the sauce.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle remaining cheese in an even layer on top.
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Bake the mac and cheese on middle rack of oven until bubbling at edges and the top is lightly browned, 22-25 minutes.
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Check to see that dish is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow macaroni and cheese to rest for 15-20 minutes before serving.