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Preheat oven to 375 F.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta until it is al dente (according to package instructions for al dente).
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When done, drain it and set aside.
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Meanwhile, melt 6 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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When the butter is melted add the flour and whisk until bubbly, about 2 minutes.
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Add the garlic and continue cooking for a minute until fragrant.
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Slowly add the milk and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat and let simmer a few minutes until thickened.
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Remove from heat and add the Dijon mustard, hot sauce, salt and pepper.
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Stir to combine.
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Add the cheese a handful at a time and continue stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
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Stir in the cooked pasta.
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Transfer the macaroni to a 9 x 13 inch dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
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In a small bowl combine your breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese and melted butter.
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Sprinkle evenly over the top of the macaroni.
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Bake at 375 F for about 35 minutes or until bubbly and top is browned.
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Cooks Note: Dont let the Franks Hot Sauce or the Dijon mustard scare you.
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They give the cheese sauce a nice flavor that is not spicy.
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Enjoy!