Honey Rice Pudding

2 eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Beat eggs well. Add milk, honey, vanilla, rice, nutmeg, and raisins.

Oven version:  Bake in a 1 quart casserole for 1 to 1 1/2 hours at 350°. Test for doneness by inserting a knife into the center. If it comes out clean it is done

Stovetop version:  Cook atop stovetop until it comes to a boil, stirring continuously; add rice, heat through.  Pour in a glass dish and chill.

Indian version:  Use stovetop recipe and use cardamom instead of nutmeg.  Omit raisins.


Source:  Mom's recipe, adapted.