Baked Rice Pudding

Before trying this recipe, I had never baked the pudding before. I'm hooked. This recipe makes a "firm" pudding, as opposed to the creamier version made in the sauce pan. Everyone loved it. And it's good warm or cold. Enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup Uncooked White Rice
• 2 Cups Water
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• 3 Eggs, Beaten
• 2 Cups Milk (Skim works)
• 1/2 Cup White Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
• 1/3 Cup Golden Raisins
• 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon, Divided

Directions:

1. Place uncooked rice in a saucepan and add water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20-25 minutes or until water is absorbed.
2. Preheat oven to 325°F
3. In a large bowl combine beaten eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract and salt. Mix well. Stir in raisins and rice. 
4. Pour in 10x8x2 baking dish.
5. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
6. Add 1/2 Tablespoon cinnamon and stir.
7. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 Tablespoon over the top.
8. Bake an additional 30 minutes.