Certainly! Here’s a classic and simple recipe for Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup white rice (short-grain or long-grain)
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions:
Rinse the Rice:
Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
Combine Ingredients:
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, and salt.
Cook Rice:
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the rice is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Add Flavorings:
Once the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened, stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg (if using), and butter. Mix well.
Optional Raisins:
If you’re using raisins, add them to the pudding at this point. Stir until they are evenly distributed.
Continue Cooking:
Continue to cook the pudding for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency. The pudding will thicken further as it cools.
Serve Warm or Cold:
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice pudding cool for a few minutes before serving. You can serve it warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Garnish (Optional):
Sprinkle a bit of extra cinnamon or nutmeg on top for garnish before serving.
Enjoy your delicious old-fashioned rice pudding! Feel free to adjust the sugar and spices according to your taste preferences.