Philadelphia Rice Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. long grain rice, rinsed and drained well
1 1/2 qt. skim milk
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 dash freshly grated nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 to 2 c. raisins or chopped dates (as desired)

Preparation

Mix all together and place in a 3-quart covered saucepan. Bring to a simmer on top of the stove and then place, covered, in a 300\u00b0 oven.
Bake without disturbing or stirring for 2 hours and 45 minutes.
The pudding will almost caramelize and become a pale golden color.