Rice Pudding With Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the rice, water, and salt in a large saucepan and simmer for 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Add the sugar and milk and bring to a slow simmer over low heat; stirring occasionaly.
3. 3
   Cook, uncovered 30 minutes or until the milk is absorbed; cool.
4. 4
   Soak raisins in water until plump.
5. 5
   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees; butter a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
6. 6
   Whisk the egg yolks with cream and vanilla; combine with the cooled rice and mix well. Drain raisins and mix with rice.
7. 7
   Turn into baking dish and sprinkle with cinnamon.
8. 8
   Bake, uncovered until edges are set, but still creamy inside--25 minutes.
9. 9
   Gently heat 1 cup heavy cream until lukewarm, pour over the top.