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Old Fashioned Creamy Stovetop Rice Pudding Recipe

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Make this classic, comforting rice pudding on your stovetop. It uses simple ingredients to create a rich, smooth dessert flavored with vanilla and cinnamon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup short grain white rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for topping
  • Optional: 1/2 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Combine the rice and milk in a medium saucepan. Let the mixture stand for 15 minutes to allow the rice to begin soaking.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  3. Reduce the heat to low once simmering. Continue to cook, stirring every few minutes, for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened to a creamy consistency.
  4. Stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon. If you are using raisins, add them now. Continue to cook for 5 more minutes, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the pudding is fully creamy.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. The pudding will thicken more as it cools.
  6. Serve the rice pudding warm, or chill it completely for a cold dessert. Sprinkle with extra ground cinnamon before serving.

Notes

  • For an ultra-creamy result, stir the pudding often, especially during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
  • If the pudding becomes too thick upon cooling, stir in a splash of milk to reach your desired texture.
  • This recipe works well with leftover cooked rice; reduce the stovetop cooking time significantly if using pre-cooked rice.

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