Tropical Rice Pudding

1. 1

   Place rice, water, and salt in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Decrease the heat and cook covered over low heat for 40 minutes.

3. 3

   Do not uncover until the rice is done.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and uncover.

5. 5

   Stir 1 can of coconut milk and the agave nectar into the rice and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Decrease the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes, or until thickened.

7. 7

   Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

8. 8

   Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.

9. 9

   Skim the cream off the top of the second can of coconut milk and set aside.

10. 10

    (Use the rest of the coconut milk for another purpose.)

11. 11

    To serve, spoon the rice pudding onto individual plates or into bowls.Arrange the mango, banana, and pineapple slices around the pudding and drizzle coconut cream on top.

12. 12

    Sprinkle with toasted coconut and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.