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Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons plain dry breadcrumbs, (see Tip)
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 1 16-ounce or 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed
• 1 ¾ cups low-fat milk, divided
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 8 ounces (2 cups) whole-wheat elbow macaroni, or penne