Rice Pudding Gonzo

Directions

1. 1
   Bring milk, rice, sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt (raisins too, if desired) to a boil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, until rice is very tender, about 1 hour.
2. 2
   Just before rice mixture finishes cooking, whisk eggs lightly in a bowl.
3. 3
   Remove pan from heat and slowly add 1 cup of rice mixture to eggs, whisking constantly.
4. 4
   Stir egg mixture into remaining rice mixture in pan, then stir in cream.
5. 5
   Pour pudding into a 13- by 9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish (3-quart capacity) and sprinkle with cinnamon.
6. 6
   Chill pudding, covered, at least 3 hours.
7. 7
   Makes 6-8 servings.