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Combine the milk and rice in a large saucepan.
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Cook over medium-low heat until the mixture boils and thickens, stirring occasionally, 40 to 60 minutes, or reaches desired consistency.
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Stir in 13 cup maple syrup and cook 10 minutes more.
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Add the orange rind and vanilla exact.
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Pour into 4 (8-ounce) dessert bowls or custard cups; then allow to cool at room temperature, or chilled in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or overnight.
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Just before serving, heat the walnuts in a small heavy frying pan over low heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
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Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the syrup boils and coats the walnuts, about 2 minutes.
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Sprinkle on the puddings.
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The puddings can be served at room temperature or chilled.
