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Rice Pudding

Creamy Comfort on a Budget

Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of homemade rice pudding without breaking the bank. This budget-friendly dessert is a classic comfort food that’s easy to make and uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a delicious and satisfying treat that will warm your soul. So, let’s dive into this creamy and irresistible rice pudding recipe that’s sure to please your taste buds and your wallet

Tips:

  • You can customize your rice pudding by adding in other flavorings such as nutmeg, cardamom, or almond extract for a unique twist.
  • If you prefer a sweeter rice pudding, you can adjust the amount of sugar to your taste.
  • Rice pudding can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference. You can enjoy it straight from the stovetop or refrigerate it for a few hours to let it cool and thicken further.
  • If you don’t have raisins, you can also use other dried fruits such as cranberries, currants, or chopped apricots as a delicious add-in to your rice pudding.

Servings: 6 serving

Cooking time: 45-60 minutes

Cost: $2-3

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. If desired, add in cinnamon for extra flavor. Stir well to combine.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  3. Continue simmering the rice mixture for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
  4. If using raisins, you can add them in during the last 10 minutes of cooking to let them plump up in the pudding.
  5. Once the rice pudding has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  6. Serve warm or chilled, and sprinkle with additional cinnamon on top, if desired. Enjoy the creamy and comforting goodness of homemade rice pudding!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)