Baked Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In mixing bowl, combine sugar, salt and cinnamon.
2. 2
   Beat in eggs just to mix.
3. 3
   In small saucepan, scald milk.
4. 4
   Add small amount to egg mixture and mix thoroughly.
5. 5
   Slowly add remaining milk to egg mixture until well incorporated.
6. 6
   Stir in vanilla, rice and raisins.
7. 7
   Butter a 1 1/2 quart casserole and set into a pan of hot water coming 1 inch up the side of the casserole.
8. 8
   Pour pudding mixture into casserole and sprinkle with nutmeg.
9. 9
   Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes (until a knife inserted into center comes out clean).
10. 10
    Serve warm, with cream (if desired).