Cranberry Rice Pudding

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked medium grain rice
 * 1 1/2 cups water
 * 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon orange peel, divided
 * 1/4 teaspoon salt
 * 3 cups milk
 * 1/3 cup sugar
 * 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Directions
Combine rice, water, 1 tablespoon orange peel and salt in 2-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling; stir once or twice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove cover.

Increase heat to medium-high; add milk, sugar and cranberries and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until thick and creamy, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently. Garnish with remaining orange peel.