Arroz Con Leche Rice Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. short grain rice
2 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
4 c. milk
grated rind of 1/2 lemon
1 stick whole cinnamon or 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Boil rice, water, salt hard for 5 minutes.
Drain excess water; add remaining ingredients.
Let milk come to a boil slowly. Lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
Add 1/2 cup sugar and cook until liquid is absorbed, approximately 20 minutes.
Taste for sweetness, and add more sugar to taste. Remove cinnamon stick and chill thoroughly before serving.