Bow-Tie Tuna Florentine

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb bow-tie pasta
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (6-ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup thawed and drained frozen spinach

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add chicken broth, half-and-half, garlic powder, oregano, basil, pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring often.
3. Add tuna and Parmesan cheese to saucepan. Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in spinach and cooked pasta. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• This dish was featured in the movie "The Godfather" and is an Italian-American classic.
• This dish is a great way to use up canned tuna and frozen spinach.
• This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
• This dish can be served hot or cold.