Creamy Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In medium saucepan over medium flame, bring rice and water to a boil.
2. 2
   Simmer over low flame, covered, until rice is very tender and most of the water is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir into hot rice with half and half.
4. 4
   Stirring constantly, bring to a boil and boil 1 minute.
5. 5
   Turn off flame; stir in butter and vanilla.
6. 6
   In small bowl, slightly beat egg yolks; gradually stir in about 1 cup of hot rice mixture; stir back into remaining rice mixture.
7. 7
   Stirring often, cook over medium flame just until mixture starts to bubble. Let stand at room temperature and serve warm.
8. 8
   Yield:
9. 9
   6 to 8 servings.