Egyptian Rice Pudding (Roz Bel Laban)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Short-grain rice
• 4 cups Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, for garnish

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
2. 2In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and milk.
3. 3Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the mixture has thickened.
4. 4Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract.
5. 5Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the pudding is smooth.
6. 6Pour the rice pudding into individual serving bowls or a large serving dish.
7. 7Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve warm or chilled.

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