How to Make a Rice Pudding

Rice pudding is a classic comfort food that makes a tasty dessert for any occasion. Make the pudding with or without raisins, depending on your taste, and serve it warm or chilled.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup of cooked rice
• 3/4 cup of seedless golden raisins (optional)
• 13 ounces of evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup of water
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup of sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla

Instructions

1. Mix the cooked rice and raisins together in a 1-quart casserole dish. Set it aside for later use. If you don't fancy raisins, you can omit them.

2. Mix all of the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl. Beat until the mixture is smooth.

3. Pour the mixture over the rice and raisins.

4. Place the casserole dish into a pan of hot water. Place in the oven.

5. Bake the rice pudding for about 50 to 60 minutes at 350 F. The custard will be set when the pudding is done.

References

• Fine Cooking; Classic Rice Pudding; Abigail Johnson Dodge; April 2001