Cranberry Rice Pudding

Description

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked medium-grain rice
• 1½ cups water
• 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon orange peel, divided
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups milk
• ⅓ cup sugar
• ½ cup dried cranberries

Directions

1. Combine rice, water, 1 tablespoon orange peel and salt in 2-quart saucepan.
2. Heat to boiling; stir once or twice.
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove cover.
5. Increase heat to medium-high; add milk, sugar and cranberries and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
6. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until thick and creamy, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
7. Garnish with remaining orange peel.