Jamaican Rice Pudding

Description

 * Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * ½ cup sugar
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * dash of salt
 * 3½ cups milk
 * 1 cup flaked coconut
 * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 * toasted flaked coconut for garnish (optional)

Meringue

 * 1 egg white
 * ¾ cup sugar
 * ½ teaspoon instant coffee powder
 * ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
 * 2 teaspoons rum extract
 * ¼ cup boiling water

Directions

 * 1) Combine rice, sugar, butter, salt and milk in large saucepan.
 * 2) Cook over low heat until thick and creamy, about 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 3) Stir in coconut and vanilla.
 * 4) Chill.
 * 5) Spoon into dessert dishes; top with meringue.
 * 6) Garnish with additional coconut, if desired.

Meringue

 * 1) Combine egg white, sugar, coffee powder, cream of tartar and rum extract in small deep bowl; mix well.
 * 2) Pour in boiling water; beat at high speed until meringue stands in stiff peaks.