New England Creamy Rice Pudding

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 15
Classic New England Creamy Rice Pudding for Dessert
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 beaten eggs
2 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup raisins ( optional )
1 dash nutmeg ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
320
Sugar
42g
Fat
7g
New England Creamy Rice Pudding is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This comforting dessert hails from New England, where it is often served as a warm and satisfying treat on cold winter evenings. The sweet and creamy texture of the pudding is often enhanced with raisins and spices like nutmeg, lending the dessert a warm and homey flavor. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover rice, making it both frugal and satisfying.

Instructions

1.In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
2.Add milk to the saucepan and whisk until smooth.
3.Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4.Add the beaten eggs to the saucepan slowly, mixing well.
5.Add in the cooked rice, butter, vanilla, and raisins if using, then stir.
6.Cook the pudding on low heat, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
7.Remove from heat and sprinkle with nutmeg to taste.
8.Serve warm or chilled.

PROS

New England Creamy Rice Pudding is a classic dessert with a wonderfully sweet and creamy texture.
This comforting treat is perfect on a cold winter’s night, but can be enjoyed any time of year.

The recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger group, and is a great way to use up leftover rice.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Raisins and nutmeg may be allergens for some individuals, and should be avoided if a sensitivity or allergy is present.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest dessert choice, New England Creamy Rice Pudding can be made with more natural sweeteners, like honey or maple syrup, in place of sugar.
Rice is a low-fat and cholesterol-free source of carbohydrates, and is gluten-free, making this dessert a good option for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

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