ingredients (serves 6):
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3/4 cup Arborio rice
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1-2 cups of water
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Pinch of salt
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4 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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Zest of an orange or lemon, optional
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Ground cinnamon
instructions:
Step 1. Combine rice, water and salt in a pot and boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook (stirring often) for about 20 minutes or until the rice has softened. Add more water if needed.
Step 2. Add milk, cream and sugar, and cook over medium heat (stirring often) for about 25 minutes or until the rice is very soft. Add zest if using.
Step 3. Cook until the rice pudding thickens.
Step 4. Remove from the heat and add vanilla extract.
Step 5. Transfer pudding into serving bowls and dust with cinnamon. Set aside to cool.
Step 6. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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