Lite Rice Pudding

• basmati rice↗3⁄4 cup
• water↗1 1⁄2 cups
• salt↗1 pinch
• skim milk↗4 cups
• sugar↗1⁄4 cup
• vanilla↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• cinnamon or cardamom↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   bring rice, water and salt to a boil over med-high heat.

2. 2

   turn heat to very low or off.

3. 3

   after rice has absorbed water (approximately 15 minutes) add milk and sugar.

4. 4

   cook over medium heat for 30-40 minutes stirring frequently.

5. 5

   the pudding is done when the rice and milk have amalgamated into a thick porridge-like consistency.

6. 6

   remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

7. 7

   sprinkle cinnamon on the top.

8. 8

   cover with plastic wrap (rest on the surface of the pudding) to prevent a skin from forming.