Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 cup short-grain rice
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons Bourbon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon Sugar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Method

  • In a heavy saucepan combine the milk, rice, sugar, nutmeg, lemon zest and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer , uncovered, until rice is tender and mixture begins to thicken, about 20 - 25 minutes, skimming any foam that may come to the surface. Stir in the egg and cook 2 minutes longer.
  • Remove from heat and stir in bourbon and vanilla extract. Chill before serving.
  • Sprinkle with Cinnamon Sugar before serving.
  • CINNAMON SUGAR: Combine cinnamon and sugar and store in a tightly covered bowl.