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Stove-Top Rice Pudding Recipe 🍚🥄

Overview

This Stove-Top Rice Pudding recipe is a delightful find from my daughter, discovered in one of my treasured cookbooks a few years back. It quickly became a household favorite, with its creamy texture and comforting flavors. Perfect for a cozy dessert or even a sweet breakfast treat, this recipe has earned its spot in our kitchen rotation!

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious Stove-Top Rice Pudding:

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base

   • In a saucepan, combine the water, raisins, salt, cinnamon stick, and lemon rind. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. Add the Rice

   • Stir in the long grain rice, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and let it simmer gently until most of the liquid is absorbed, approximately 20 minutes.

3. Creamy Addition

   • In a separate bowl, mix together the cream and sugar until well combined. Pour this creamy mixture into the rice.

4. Thicken the Pudding

   • Cook the rice mixture gently over low heat, stirring frequently. Let it simmer until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency.

5. Temper the Eggs

   • In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Take a spoonful of the hot rice mixture and whisk it into the yolks. This helps to temper the eggs and prevent scrambling.

6. Combine Everything

   • Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rice. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until the pudding thickens. This usually takes about 1 minute.

7. Final Touches

   • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

8. Serve

   • Just before serving, remove the cinnamon stick and lemon rind. Spoon the rice pudding into individual serving dishes.

9. Garnish

   • For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle each serving with a pinch of ground cinnamon.

Tips for Success

• Rice Choice: Opt for long grain rice for the best texture and creaminess.

• Stirring: Keep an eye on the pudding as it cooks, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

• Creamy Consistency: The pudding will thicken as it cools, so remove it from the heat when it’s slightly runnier than your desired consistency.

• Serve Warm or Chilled: This rice pudding is delicious both warm and chilled. Experiment with serving it with fresh fruit, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 521.4
• Fat: 19.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 11.6g
• Cholesterol: 153.8mg
• Sodium: 85.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 1.3g
  • Sugar: 36g
• Protein: 7.5g

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re craving a comforting dessert after dinner or a special breakfast treat, this Stove-Top Rice Pudding is sure to hit the spot. The combination of tender rice, plump raisins, and aromatic cinnamon will have your kitchen smelling heavenly. Give this recipe a try and make it a new family favorite! 🍚✨