Arborio Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water, salt, and butter to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Add the rice, return to a boil, and then reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
3. 3
   Shake the pan occasionally and cook until rice has absorbed the water but it still al dente, about 15 minutes.
4. 4
   Bring milk, sugar, vanilla, and a few dashes of cinnamon to a simmer in a separate saucepan.
5. 5
   Add the cooked rice and cook at a simmer over medium-low heat until rice absorbs most of the milk and mixture starts to get thick and silky, about 10 to 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer pudding to a large bowl and cool to room temperature.
7. 7
   Place in refrigerator until cool and set.
8. 8
   Serve with whipped cream and a dash more cinnamon.