Rice Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Wash rice well, then drain.
2. 2
   Add to milk in top of double boiler.
3. 3
   Cook, covered, over boiling water until rice is tender, about 1 hour.
4. 4
   Beat egg yolks thoroughly.
5. 5
   Add 3 tablespoons sugar and the salt, then stir in some of the hot rice mixture.
6. 6
   Return to rest of rice mixture in doubler boiler; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and partially cool, then stir in vanilla.
8. 8
   Beat egg whites until quite stiff, then gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar while continuing to beat until stiff.
9. 9
   Fold into rice custard.
10. 10
    Chill and serve. Serves 6.