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Portuguese Sweet Rice



"My mom would always make this delicious, creamy rice pudding when we were kids. If a thicker rice is desired, increase rice to 1 1/4 cups and add another egg. Sprinkle with cinnamon."
Original recipe yield: 8 servings.
Prep Time:
5 Minutes
Cook Time:
1 Hour
Ready In:
1 Hour 5 Minutes
Servings:
8

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 1/2 quarts milk
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a large saucepan over high heat combine sugar and milk. When bubbles form at the edges, stir in rice and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 60 minutes, stirring often, until rice is tender. Do not allow to boil.
  2. Remove from heat and vigorously stir in beaten eggs, a little at a time, until well incorporated. Serve warm.