Baked Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy saucepan, bring 2 cups of milk, uncooked rice and raisins to boiling.
2. 2
   Reduce heat, cover and cook over very low heat about 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; stir in butter until melted.
4. 4
   In mixing bowl, stir together the eggs, 2 cups of milk, sugar, vanilla and salt.
5. 5
   Gradually stir rice mixture into egg mixture.
6. 6
   Pour into a 10 x 6 x 2-inch baking dish (9 x 13-inch also works well).
7. 7
   Bake at 325° for 30 minutes. Stir well.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with nutmeg or cinnamon.
9. 9
   Bake for 15 to 20 minutes more until a knife inserted at the center comes out clean. Serve warm or chilled.