Apricot and Orange Zest Rice Pudding

• pudding rice200г g
• skimmed milk↗600мл ml
• ground nutmeg

  large pinch

• pure honey↗1 ст. л. tbsp

  plus extra for serving

• dried apricots↗140г g

  coarsely chopped

• orange zest and juice
• low‑fat fresh cheese (fromage frais)↗4 ст. л. tbsp
• toasted sliced almonds

  handful

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large microwave‑safe bowl, combine the rice and milk. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam, and cook on high power for 5 minutes. Stir, let stand for 1 minute, then return to the microwave for another 8‑10 minutes, until the rice is soft and the milk is absorbed. Remove, add the ground pinch of nutmeg and let sit under the lid for another 2 minutes.

2. 2

   In another microwave‑safe bowl, mix the honey, chopped apricots and orange juice. Heat on high power for 1 minute, until the apricots swell. Stir the resulting syrupy mixture with the low‑fat fresh cheese and a pinch of orange zest, then add the cooked rice and gently fold together.

3. 3

   Divide the pudding among serving plates, sprinkle with a handful of toasted sliced almonds, add a little more orange zest and drizzle with honey to taste. Serve immediately.