Old Fashioned Rice Pudding

Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Old Fashioned Rice Pudding:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Optional: Raisins or chopped nuts for added texture (about 1/2 cup)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and salt.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
4. Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it cook for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and butter. If you’re using raisins or nuts, add them at this point as well.
6. Continue to cook the pudding for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice pudding cool slightly before serving.
8. You can serve the rice pudding warm or chilled, depending on your preference. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top for an extra touch before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Old Fashioned Rice Pudding!