Here’s a nostalgic dessert that never goes out of style: Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding. Creamy, comforting, and delicately spiced, it’s the kind of dish that brings back warm memories of home kitchens and handwritten recipe cards. 🍚🍮✨
🍨 Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding (Serves 4)
Creamy, thick, and infused with vanilla and cinnamon
🧺 Ingredients:
- ½ cup long-grain white rice
- 5½ cups whole milk (plus ½ cup for finishing)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions:
- Prepare the base In a large saucepan, combine rice, 5½ cups milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer slowly Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 50–60 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. The mixture should thicken to a creamy consistency.
- Add flavor Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool slightly, then stir in the remaining ½ cup milk for extra creaminess.
- Serve and garnish Spoon into bowls and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Serve warm for cozy comfort or chilled for a refreshing treat.
🌟 Optional Add-ins:
- Golden raisins or chopped dates
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Whipped cream or chocolate curls on top
