Chocolate-Marshmallow Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Bring rice and water to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Reduce heat to low; cover.
3. 3
   Simmer 10 to 15 min.
4. 4
   or until water is absorbed.
5. 5
   Add milk, chocolate, sugar and vanilla; stir.
6. 6
   Bring to boil.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to low; cook 20 to 25 min.
8. 8
   or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
9. 9
   Remove from heat; pour into large serving bowl.
10. 10
    Cool slightly.
11. 11
    Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until chilled.
12. 12
    Reserve a few marshmallows for garnish, if desired.
13. 13
    Stir remaining marshmallows into pudding just before serving; top with whipped topping and the reserved marshmallows.
14. 14
    Store leftover pudding in refrigerator.