Tex Mex Black Eyed Pea Casserole

Servings 6, Cook+Prep Time: 90 mins

Ingredients: 

• 1 1/2 cups dried black eyed peas, rinsed
• 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (or more!)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup chopped onion (about 1/2 medium)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups rice (your preference)
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• One 10-ounce can Ro-tel (tomatoes + green chilies)
• 3 cups fresh spinach, cut into strips
• 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• chopped cilantro, sour cream and sliced avocado (for serving)

Tips: Put in Vegetarian crumbles instead of the bacon, no-one will notice the difference!

Directions:

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