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This is a great casserole that Daughter Number Three found. It has quickly become a family standard.   Rice And Easy Casserole Serves: 4-6 Prep time: 25 min. Total time: 1 hr., 20 min.   Ingredients 2 tbsp. butter, divided 1 cup (8 oz.) rice 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup) ½ tsp. cayenne pepper 1 pkg. (8 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 2 eggs 1 cup milk 4½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 1 tsp. dried basil 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp. dried thyme Directions 1. Heat oven to 350ºF. Grease 9"x13" casserole dish with 1 tbsp. butter; set aside. Cook rice according to package directions; set aside. 2. Heat remaining butter and oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, sprinkle with cayenne pepper and cook until translucent, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes more; set aside. 3. In