Tropical Tofu-Rice Pudding

Description
Makes 10 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2 cups water
 * 2 1/2 cups skim milk, divided
 * 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
 * 2 tablespoons prepared butter flavored granules
 * 2 eggs
 * 1/2 cup sugar
 * 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 * 8 ounces soft tofu, beaten (about 1 cup)
 * 2 8-ounce cans crushed pineapple, drained
 * 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
 * 1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted

Directions
Combine rice, water, 2 cups milk, salt and butter flavoring in large saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Beat eggs; combine with remaining 1/2 cup milk. Stir into rice mixture. Add sugar and vanilla; cook about 3 minutes. Cool.

Fold in tofu, pineapple and whipped topping. Spoon into serving dishes. Sprinkle with coconut and garnish with additional topping, if desired.