1/4 c. shortening
1/4 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 c. milk
2 (14 oz.) pkg. frozen spinach
2 c. diced cooked ham
3 tbsp. bread crumbs
1 tbsp. melted butter

Melt shortening in saucepan. Remove from heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cook spinach and drain. Arrange half of spinach in a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole. Cover with ham and the remaining spinach. Pour the white sauce over all. Top with bread crumbs and melted butter. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. 6-8 servings.