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Cook the rice for about five minutes with no much water, but be careful, don?t let the rice get dry!
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Meanwhile, heat the milk (medium heat), together with the lemon or orange zest, the sugar, salt and the cinnamon stick.
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When the milk is hot (just before it starts boiling) add the rice, previously pre-cooked and reduce heat to very low.
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Stir it from time to time, checking it doesn?t get burn.
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When stirring it, touch the bottom of the pan with the wooden spoon you are using.
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This way you?ll notice if the rice is burning or not, as it would be ?stuck?
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on the bottom of the pan.
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Let it cook for about 20 minutes or until you notice the rice is completely cooked.
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In case the rice gets dry during its cooking, add some milk, as the Arroz con Leche should be half-liquid, never solid.
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Everyone has his/her own taste, so, next time you prepare this recipe, add more or less sugar, or maybe, if you prefer a more liquid Arroz con leche, add more milk.
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The final step, when the rice is cooked, is removing it from heat; remove the cinnamon stick and the lemon or orange zest, and serve it in individual cups or glasses.
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When the Arroz con Leche is colder, put it in the fridge.
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Serve cold, with some ground cinnamon on it.
