Cheesy Spinach & Rice Bake

• Cheesy Spinach & Rice Bake
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• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1 pkg. frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
• 1 c. milk
• 2 eggs
• 2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 c. cooked rice 
• salt and pepper, to taste
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• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray casserole dish with non stick spray.  In a large pan over medium-high heat, saute onions with 2 Tbsp. of butter and cayenne until translucent. Add the spinach and cook for 3 minutes. Set aside.  In a large bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.  Add the rice, cheese and spinach mixture and combine well. Season with salt and pepper.
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• Pour into prepared casserole dish and top with extra shredded cheese. Bake for 30 minutes and serve piping hot.