Portuguese Sweet Rice

28 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 1 hr
Ready In: 1 hr 5 min

“My mom would always make this delicious, creamy rice pudding when we were kids. If a thicker rice is desired, increase rice to 1 1/4 cups and add another egg. Sprinkle with cinnamon.” - by John Pacheco

Ingredients

1 1/2 quarts milk
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten

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Original recipe yields 8 servings

Directions

In a large saucepan over high heat combine sugar and milk. When bubbles form at the edges, stir in rice and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 60 minutes, stirring often, until rice is tender. Do not allow to boil.
Remove from heat and vigorously stir in beaten eggs, a little at a time, until well incorporated. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
296 cal
15%

Carbs
53.2 g
17%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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LizBeth

Jan. 7, 2007

"I've made this recipe many times and always get compliments on it. I sometimes add a bit of vanilla too...." See more"

kferreira

Sep. 5, 2007

"My mom use to make this but she never added vanilla. if you add lemon peels, it takes away the strong taste of the egg...." See more"

MOTTSBELA

Apr. 22, 2005

"If you like rice pudding, this is the stuff you want! As you can see in my photo, I served it to company with strawberry and kiwi slices, garnished with mint. Delicious!..." See more"

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