Rice Pudding Gonzo

1. 1

   Bring milk, rice, sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt (raisins too, if desired) to a boil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, until rice is very tender, about 1 hour.

2. 2

   Just before rice mixture finishes cooking, whisk eggs lightly in a bowl.

3. 3

   Remove pan from heat and slowly add 1 cup of rice mixture to eggs, whisking constantly.

4. 4

   Stir egg mixture into remaining rice mixture in pan, then stir in cream.

5. 5

   Pour pudding into a 13- by 9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish (3-quart capacity) and sprinkle with cinnamon.

6. 6

   Chill pudding, covered, at least 3 hours.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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