Name: Greek rice pudding
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 5 cup (1.25l) milk; 1/2 cup (100g) arborio rice; 2 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon cornflour (optional); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Greek rice pudding

This traditional Greek dessert is beautiful enjoyed after any meal. Smooth creamy, vanilla spiced rice is simmered on the stove top to form a sweet pudding. Top with cinnamon for a real flavour sensation.

Serves 4

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Ingredients

5 cup (1.25l) milk

1/2 cup (100g) arborio rice

2 tablespoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon cornflour (optional)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method

1.Heat milk and rice in a heavy-based saucepan on medium, stirring frequently, until simmering. Reduce heat to low. Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.

2.Stir in sugar and vanilla extract. Cook another 1 minute. If the pudding needs thickening, mix cornflour in a small bowl with 1 tablespoon water and stir into rice. Spoon rice into small serving bowls and sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Small amounts of cinnamon eaten on a regular basis can lower blood sugar levels in diabetes, and it may also reduce cholesterol.
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