Aunt Emma'S Rice Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. rice (long grain, not converted)
1 1/4 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. vanilla
1 pinch salt
1 qt. half and half
1 qt. milk
2 eggs, beaten slightly

Preparation

Wash rice four times in cold water in medium size pan.
Cover slightly with water; steam with lid on until water is taken up, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Check frequently; when you tilt pan and no water is seen, take off stove.
Put rest of ingredients in a large baking dish (about 3 1/2 quarts).
Add rice.
Bake, uncovered, at 325\u00b0 for 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours.
Stir occasionally during first 1/2 hour.