Newfie Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup long grain rice
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup raisins

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, and spices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the pudding is thick and creamy.
3. Stir in the raisins and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
5. Serve warm or cold, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Interesting Facts

• Rice pudding is a traditional Newfoundland dessert.
• It is believed that the earliest rice-based dishes were enjoyed by the Chinese as far back as 2000 B.C.
• Rice pudding is a popular dessert in many countries around the world, including India, Mexico, and the United States.