Creamiest Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of long-grain white rice
• 2 cups of whole milk
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 cup of raisins
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Stir in the raisins and simmer for 5 minutes more.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the cream.
5. Serve warm or chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Rice pudding is believed to have originated in the Middle East.
• Rice pudding is popular in many cultures, and is prepared in a variety of ways.
• Rice pudding is a great way to use leftover cooked rice.