Rice Pudding with Macadamia-Maple Brittle

1. 1

   In a 4-quart saucepan, bring milk, 3/4 cup sugar, and the butter to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   Add rice and cinnamon sticks; return mixture to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and simmer 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and vanilla.

5. 5

   Whisk 1 cup of rice mixture into egg mixture.

6. 6

   Transfer egg mixture to saucepan with rice mixture, stirring until well combined.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from heat, discard cinnamon, and transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.

9. 9

   Let cool at least 20 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight.

10. 10

    Heat broiler.

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    In a small bowl, combine maple syrup with remaining 1/4 cup sugar.

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    Press macadamia nuts into rice pudding, covering the top.

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    Drizzle maple syrup mixture evenly over top.

14. 14

    Broil, 4 inches from heat, until lightly browned-- 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.

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    Let cool, spoon into dessert cups, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.