Arborio Rice Pudding with Currants and Dark Brown Sugar
Description: This delectable Arborio Rice Pudding with Currants and Dark Brown Sugar is the epitome of comfort desserts, perfect for any occasion where you want to indulge in creamy goodness. The pudding should be served warm, enveloping you in its rich, aromatic embrace. The best part? You can make it ahead of time, up to 1 hour before serving, and keep it warm by gently nestling it in a water bath, ensuring it retains its delightful warmth until you’re ready to enjoy.
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Rice, Less than 60 Minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 840.7
- Fat Content: 36.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 22.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 131.4mg
- Sodium Content: 85.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 120.5g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 54.2g
- Protein Content: 11g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 1/2 cups | Arborio rice |
| 1 1/2 cups | Heavy whipping cream |
| 1 1/2 cups | Milk |
| 2 | Cinnamon sticks |
| 1/2 cup | Dark brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Golden raisins |
| 1/2 cup | Currants |
| – | Dark raisins |
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the Arborio rice, heavy whipping cream, milk, and cinnamon sticks over medium heat. Allow the mixture to meld together, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
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Cook Rice: Stir occasionally and let it cook uncovered until the rice is tender, which should take around 20 to 30 minutes. Keep an eye on it, ensuring it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
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Add Sugar: Once the rice is perfectly tender, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark brown sugar until it completely dissolves into the creamy concoction.
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Incorporate Raisins: Next, stir in the golden raisins and currants, infusing the pudding with their sweet, fruity essence. Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes, stirring it often to prevent a skin from forming on the surface.
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Remove Cinnamon Sticks: Before serving, don’t forget to remove the cinnamon sticks from the pudding, ensuring no one gets a surprise bite!
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Serve Warm: Divide the warm, luscious pudding among serving bowls, and if you’re feeling particularly decadent, top each serving with a generous spoonful of whipped cream. The contrast of warm pudding and cool, velvety cream is simply divine.
This Arborio Rice Pudding with Currants and Dark Brown Sugar is a delightful treat that’s sure to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Whether you’re serving it up for a cozy family dinner or impressing guests at a dinner party, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit. Enjoy the creamy comfort with every spoonful, savoring the melding flavors of rice, cream, sugar, and the burst of sweetness from the raisins and currants. It’s a dessert that’s as comforting as a warm hug on a chilly evening, bringing joy with every bite.
