Teresa's Recipes
Ris à la Mande
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Ris à la Mande, a traditional Danish rice pudding that transforms any meal into a festive celebration. This delightful dessert features tender, creamy short-grain rice simmered in a luscious milk base, delicately sweetened and infused with fragrant vanilla. Fluffy whipped cream and crunchy almonds give it a light texture, while a vibrant cherry sauce adds a tangy finish that harmonizes beautifully with the richness of the pudding. Historically served during Christmas, this dish is a nostalgic favorite that evokes warmth, joy, and cherished family moments around the holiday table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Short-grain rice
- 2 cups Water
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups Milk
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup, chopped Almonds
- 2 cups, lightly whipped Whipped cream
- 1 cup Cherry sauce
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Add 1 cup of short-grain rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- In a separate saucepan, combine 4 cups of milk, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves.
- Once the rice is cooked, add it to the milk mixture and stir well. Continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the rice pudding to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, gently fold in 2 cups of lightly whipped cream and 1/2 cup of chopped almonds until well combined. This will add lightness and texture to the pudding.
- Chill the Ris à la Mande in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- To serve, spoon the chilled rice pudding into individual bowls and generously top with cherry sauce for a vibrant contrast.
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract along with the vanilla.
- You can substitute the cherry sauce with raspberry or strawberry sauce for a different fruit flavor.
- To make it festive, garnish with additional chopped almonds or a sprig of mint.