Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-by-8-by-2-inch baking pan; set aside.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add green pepper and onion; cook and stir until softened. Stir in flour, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Add milk and stir until bubbly and mixture has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in ¾ cup of the cheese, peas, rice, ham, and beaten eggs; mix well. Spoon into prepared pan. Bake for about 35 minutes or until set.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup of shredded cheese. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into squares and serve. Serves 6.
Recipe by The Culinary Cellar at https://theculinarycellar.com/hoppin-john-luck-new-year/