ATK Rice pudding

ATK has done it again. I modified the recipe a bit. It makes a bigger batch, but is just as tasty.

Rice Pudding

1½ cups medium grain rice
3 cups boiling water
1 tsp salt
1 cup sugar

3 cups cream
4 cups skim milk
or
3½ cups half-and-half
3½ cups whole milk

flavorings of your choice

combine rice, salt and water in a larger pot than you think you need. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover for 15 minutes.

Add dairy and sugar, return to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally. After 30 minutes, continue to simmer for 15 more minutes, stirring more frequently to avoid scorching. Continue until the pudding can hold a wooden spoon standing straight up.

For flavorings, I like vanilla and cinnamon. There are a plethora of other options, including rose water, raisins, pistachio, walnuts, almonds.....