Pasta Casserole

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Pasta Casserole
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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain and set aside.  Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Add flour; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.  Gradually add milk; cook 4 minutes or until bubbly.  Remove from heat.  Stir in 1/4 cup cheese, Italian seasoning, and pepper.  Combine pasta, cheese sauce, 1 cup cheese, tomatoes, and spinach in a large bowl; stir well.  Coat a 13 by 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray and then add the pasta mixture to dish.  Combine breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons cheese, and remaining tablespoon of butter; sprinkle over pasta.  Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.