"Here's a delicious, lucky casserole recipe to serve on New Year's Day!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1½ cups dried black eyed peas, (rinsed)
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5 slices (or more!) bacon, (cooked & crumbled )
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 medium (1 cup) chopped onion
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2 medium garlic cloves, (minced)
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1½ cups rice ((one that can cook in 20 minutes))
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3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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One 10-ounce can Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
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3 cups fresh spinach, (cut into strips)
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2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese, (divided)
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chopped cilantro, avocado & sour cream, (for serving (optional))