Tropical Tofu-Rice Pudding

Description
Makes 10 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2 cups water
 * 2½ cups skim milk, divided
 * ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
 * 2 tablespoons prepared butter flavored granules
 * 2 eggs
 * ½ cup sugar
 * 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 * 8 ounces soft tofu, beaten (about 1 cup)
 * 2 x 8-ounce cans crushed pineapple, drained
 * 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
 * ¼ cup flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

 * 1) Combine rice, water, 2 cups milk, salt and butter flavoring in large saucepan.
 * 2) Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 3) Beat eggs; combine with remaining ½ cup milk.
 * 4) Stir into rice mixture. Add sugar and vanilla; cook about 3 minutes. Cool.
 * 5) Fold in tofu, pineapple and whipped topping.
 * 6) Spoon into serving dishes. Sprinkle with coconut and garnish with additional topping, if desired.