MOM’S OLD FASHIONED RICE PUDDING

Ingredients:

1/2 cup white rice

4 cups whole milk

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Ground nutmeg, for garnish

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Instructions:

Prepare the Rice:

Rinse the rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water. Drain.

Combine Rice and Milk:

2. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Simmer:

3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and most of the milk is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add Sugar and Salt:

4. Stir in the granulated sugar and salt. Continue to cook, uncovered, over low heat, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the mixture thickens.

Beat the Eggs:

5. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Add a small amount of the hot rice mixture to the beaten eggs while whisking continuously. This helps to temper the eggs.

Combine the Egg Mixture:

6. Gradually add the egg mixture back into the rice mixture, whisking constantly.

Stir in Vanilla and Raisins:

7. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of milk, vanilla extract, and raisins (if using). Mix well.

Serve Warm or Cold:

8. Serve the rice pudding warm, or refrigerate until cold. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Garnish:

9. Before serving, sprinkle the top of the rice pudding with ground cinnamon and nutmeg to taste.

Enjoy:

10. Enjoy your comforting, homemade old-fashioned rice pudding. It’s delicious served as a warm dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat.

This creamy, sweet rice pudding will bring back fond memories of your mom’s or grandma’s kitchen. It’s perfect for any time you want a comforting dessert.

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