SWEDISH CHRISTMAS RICE PUDDING

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Rice pudding is an old-fashioned dessert that is comforting and delicious. The creamy treat has a mild vanilla flavor.-Karla Larson, East Moline, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
Dash salt
4 cups milk
2/3 cup sugar, divided
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a heavy saucepan, combine the water, rice and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Add milk and 1/3 cup sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Whisk together the eggs and remaining sugar. Gradually stir 2 cups hot rice mixture into the egg mixture; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes until mixture reaches 160°. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into a serving bowl. , Refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled. Just before serving, sprinkle with cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.