Ham & Cheese Ziti

By luvmybuttonsnbows

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) ziti
• 1/4 cup butter,cubed
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded white cheddar cheese
• 2 CUPS grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen
• chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Preparation

Step 1

1. 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.
2. 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° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.