Simple Coconut Rice Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cooked rice (unsalted, cold)
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (shaken)
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
toasted coconut flakes (to garnish) (optional)

Preparation

Place cooked rice, whole milk, coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a 3 quart saucepan.
Bring to a simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat.
Simmer until the pudding has thickened; approximately 45 minutes. Stir frequently.
Stir in the coconut extract and let simmer for one more minute.
Serve the rice pudding immediately in dessert cups, while still warm.