Portuguese Style Rice Pudding

Makes 6 servings

ingredients

4 c. whole milk
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. long grain rice
1/2 c. water
Dash of salt
2 eggs beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
Cinnamon
1/2 c. raisins (optional)

directions

Combine milk, sugar, rice, water, and salt in a heavy 4 qt. saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 50 to 60 minutes, until rice is tender and desired consistency. Stir frequently during cooking. Remove from heat stir in eggs and vanilla. Pour into 1 1/2 qt serving dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon. If adding raisins, plump first in hot water for a few minutes; drain well before adding to pudding with eggs and vanilla. Maybe served warm or chilled. Serves six.

Source: Roselyn Daneke