RIGATONI FLORENTINE

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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10-ounce) package spinach chopped
8 ounces rigatoni or other large macaroni
1/2 cup onion chopped
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup ham finely chopped cooked
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Grated Romano cheese

Steps:

Remove spinach from package. Place in a sieve under hot running water until thawed. Press spinach against sides of sieve with a rubber scraper to remove excess moisture set aside.Cook rigatoni according to package directions drain, return to pot, cover and keep warm if necessary.Meanwhile, in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, sauté onion in butter or margarine for 5 to 7 minutes or until beginning to brown. Stir in flour. Add milk. Stirring, bring to a boil.Add spinach, ham, bouillon granules and pepper. Stirring, bring to a boil and boil for 3 to 5 minutes to blend flavors.Place drained rigatoni or macaroni in a large serving dish. Pour sauce over toss if desired. Sprinkle with Romano cheese and pass additional cheese.

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