the chickens are laying so nicely... and one of my favorite/healthy desserts here on the farm is baked rice pudding...
serves 8
here's what you do:
- preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit
- combine 6 eggs + 3 cups milk = whisk together nicely
- measure 2/3 cup sugar + 2 teaspoons of vanilla = add to egg mixture, beat together until well combined (but not foamy)
- stir into egg mixture 2 cups of cooked rice (leftover plain rice works great too)
- optional: add 1 cup of raisins and cinnamon if desired
- pour into 3 quart casserole dish or individual custard cups
- bake for 30-45 minutes for custard cups or 45-50 minutes for casserole dish (stir after 30 minutes) (if using custard cups put them in a 13x9 casserole dish with 1/2" of boiling water before baking — boiling water so you don't crack your dish in the oven)
- it is done when a knife inserted near the center comes out clean serve warm or chilled (I like them fresh)
- if you used individual custard cups, you may loosen edges with a spatula or knife, and slip them out inverted onto a plate
just so you know, I (try to remember) to pray before I bake anything:)
