rice pudding recipe

rice pudding recipe.**Creamy Rice Pudding Recipe** **Ingredients:** - 1/2 cup long-grain white rice - 1 cup water - 2 cups whole milk - 1/3 cup white sugar - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 1/2 cup raisins (optional) - Ground cinnamon, for garnish **Instructions:** 1. **Cook the rice:** In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. 2. **Add milk and sugar:** Stir in the milk, sugar, and salt. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.