Rice Pudding with Dried Cherries and Vanilla

1. 1

   Place cherries in small bowl.

2. 2

   Cover with hot water.

3. 3

   Let stand 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain.

5. 5

   Combine milk, rice, sugar, orange peel and salt in heavy medium saucepan.

6. 6

   Bring to simmer over medium heat, stirring often.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer gently uncovered until rice is very tender and pudding is creamy, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Mix in cherries and vanilla.

9. 9

   Divide among 6 custard cups.

10. 10

    Cool.

11. 11

    (Can be made 6 hours ahead.

12. 12

    Cover; chill.)

13. 13

    Serve chilled or at room temperature, passing additional milk to stir into pudding, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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