Rice Pudding Recipe
Creamy, dreamy, and delicately spiced — our rice pudding is a timeless comfort dessert made with slow-cooked rice, sweet milk, and aromatic cardamom.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings (Optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Begin by rinsing the Arborio rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the pudding from becoming too thick.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Rice
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- 4
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
Final Touches
- 5
Add Vanilla
Once the rice pudding has reached the desired consistency, remove it from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Mix well to incorporate.
- 6
Serve
Spoon the rice pudding into serving bowls. If desired, sprinkle with ground cinnamon, and top with chopped nuts and raisins or dried fruits before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled!