Arroz con Leche (Spanish Rice Pudding)

Method

1. 1
   • milk 1 l
   • white rice 150 g
   • lemon zest 1 tsp
   • salt 1 pinch
   • ground cinnamon 1 tsp

   Combine and simmer the rice — Combine the milk, rice, cinnamon stick, lemon zest and salt in a heavy-bottomed pot. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

   ⏱10 min
2. 2
   • white rice 150 g

   Cook until creamy — Cook gently for 35 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a creamy consistency.

   ⏱35 min
3. 3
   • white sugar 120 g
   • vanilla extract 1 tsp
   • ground cinnamon 1 tsp

   Stir in sugar and vanilla — Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract, and cook for 5 more minutes until fully dissolved. Discard the cinnamon stick.

4. 4
   • cinnamon stick 1

   Dust and serve — Spoon into bowls or ramekins, dust with ground cinnamon, and serve warm or chilled.