PUERTO RICAN RICE PUDDING (ARROZ CON DULCE)

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The food columnist of our local newspaper attended a Cinco De Mayo party where this delicious pudding was served. She couldn't help but have three servings! Shredded coconut and coconut milk make this recipe tropical and special.

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups rice
2 cups water
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk (pref. Coco Lopez)
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
6 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Cook the rice with water according to package directions until the liquid has just been absorbed (rice will not be thoroughly cooked). Remove from heat.
  • Warm the three milks with the cinnamon stick, cloves and ginger over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the milk, raisins and shredded coconut to the rice and simmer until the rice is soft, about 10-15 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and cloves.
  • Pour the rice into a low serving dish or platter. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired.
  • Can be served warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.5, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 38.9, Sodium 199.5, Carbohydrate 121.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 57.2, Protein 16.2

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