Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (200g) white rice
- 4 cups (946ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (240g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (65g) raisins (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
90 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Rinse the rice in a mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the rice, milk, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the raisins, if desired.
- Continue to cook for another 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the pudding has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
Calories: 250
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and comforting
- Rich and flavorful
- Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg
- Can be garnished with additional raisins or whipped cream
User Comments:
- "This rice pudding is so delicious and nostalgic. It reminds me of my childhood."
- "The perfect dessert for a cold night. It's warm and comforting."
- "I love how easy it is to make. I can have a delicious rice pudding ready in no time."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove any excess starch.
- If the pudding becomes too thick during cooking, stir in a little more milk.
- To make a richer pudding, use half-and-half or cream instead of milk.
- If you don't have raisins, you can substitute dried cranberries or chopped nuts.
