Ham & Cheese Ziti

HAM & CHEESE ZITI

1 pkg. (16 oz.) ziti
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded white cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Prepare ziti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in the cheeses, garlic powder and pepper; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Drain ziti; add to sauce mixture. Stir in ham and spinach. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Makes 6 servings.

Recipe from Taste of Home