Instant Pot Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 1 cup white long-grain rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a 6-quart Instant Pot, combine the rice, water, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cover, lock the lid in place, and select Manual/High Pressure; set the timer for 5 minutes.
2. When the timer beeps, turn off the Instant Pot and let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid.
3. Stir in the raisins and butter until melted. Select the Saute setting; bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Turn off the Instant Pot and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Serve warm or chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Rice pudding is one of the oldest desserts in the world, dating back to the Middle Ages.
• Rice pudding is a popular comfort food in many countries, including the United States, India, and England.
• Rice pudding is often served as a dessert, but it can also be enjoyed as a breakfast dish.