Indulge in the creamy goodness of this classic Vanilla Rice Pudding!

This delicious rice pudding recipe is comfort food at its best. Creamy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying, this dessert will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for special occasions or just a cozy night in.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup Arborio rice
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine milk, rice, sugar, salt, vanilla bean and seeds. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes until rice is tender and mixture is thick and creamy.
3. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving warm, or chill in the refrigerator for a few hours for a cold treat.
5. Serve the rice pudding in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream.

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