STOVETOP RICE PUDDING

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This is my mom's recipe, which she called creamy steamed rice. Although many people would eat it for dessert, it was one of my favorite breakfasts when I was growing up. My family considers it a real treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups water
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon sticks and fresh fruit, optional

Steps:

In a large heavy saucepan, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat; stir in rice and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. , Stir in milk and sugar. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 30-40 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. , Serve warm or chilled. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and fruit if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.