Arroz Con Leche

Ingredients

Water

4 cups

Rice

1 cup, short-grain or medium-grain

Milk

4 cups, whole milk for creaminess

Sugar

3/4 cup

Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon, plus extra for serving

Cinnamon stick

1

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Raisins

1/2 cup, optional for added sweetness and texture

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and cook for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same saucepan, combine 4 cups of whole milk, 3/4 cup of sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
3. Once simmering, add the cooked rice and 1/2 cup of raisins to the milk mixture. Stir well to combine and reduce the heat to low.
4. Cook for approximately 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency. If you prefer a creamier pudding, you can add more milk during this step.
5. Remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
6. Divide the arroz con leche into serving bowls and generously sprinkle with ground cinnamon before serving.
7. Enjoy warm or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing dessert.