Coconut Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• Shredded coconut (1/4 cup)
• Raisins (1/4 cup)
• Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
• Cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Sugar (1/2 cup)
• White rice (1 cup)
• Water (1 cup)
• Coconut milk (2 cups)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, rice, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
3. Stir in the raisins and shredded coconut, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let the pudding cool for a few minutes.
5. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional shredded coconut if desired.