Indulgent Rice Treat (Printable Version)

Silky, aromatic rice treat with deep, comforting tastes.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 cup short-grain or Arborio rice
02 - 4 cups milk or milk-cream blend
03 - 1/2 cup white sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon table salt
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
06 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
08 - 1/2 cup dried fruits or raisins (optional)
09 - One lemon's outer peel (optional)
10 - Optional mint sprigs for topping

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Grab your short-grain or Arborio rice and wash it in a strainer under cold tap water till the water looks clear.
02 - Pour your washed rice into a big pot with milk, sugar, and salt. Give it all a good stir.
03 - Turn your burner to medium and let everything warm up until it bubbles gently. Stir now and then so nothing sticks to the bottom.
04 - When you see those tiny bubbles, turn the heat down low. Add your vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg while stirring.
05 - Keep cooking for around 30-35 minutes, making sure to stir often. You want the rice soft and the mix nice and creamy.
06 - If you want dried fruits or raisins, toss them in during the final 10 minutes of cooking. Mix them in gently.
07 - For a bit of tang, scrape some lemon peel into your pudding just before you take it off the heat.
08 - Take the pot off the stove when everything looks good. Eat it hot right away, or let it cool down before putting it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes if you like it cold.
09 - When you're ready to eat, dust with extra cinnamon and pop some mint leaves on top if you want.