Tutti-Fruitti Rice Custard

Description
Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1/2 cup Raisins
 * 2 tablespoons cream sherry
 * 3 cups cooked rice, divided
 * 2 1/2 cups milk, divided
 * 1/3 cup Sugar
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 1/4 teaspoon salt
 * 2 eggs
 * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 * 1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple
 * 1/4 cup chopped candied red cherries
 * 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

 * 1) Combine Raisins and sherry; allow to stand 1 to 2 hours.
 * 2) Meanwhile, in saucepan combine rice, 2 cups milk, Sugar, butter and salt.
 * 3) Cook over medium heat until thickened, 20 to 25 minutes, stirring often.
 * 4) Blend eggs with remaining 1 cup milk.
 * 5) Add to rice mixture; cook 2 minutes longer.
 * 6) Stir in vanilla; chill. Add fruits, sherry and nuts.
 * 7) Spoon into individual dessert dishes. Garnish with additional fruit, if desired.