Swedish Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Combine rice and milk in heavy pan and cook until tender.
2. 2
   In bowl, beat egg yolks; slowly add the 1/2 cup sugar.
3. 3
   Beat until light and lemon colored.
4. 4
   Add yolk mixture to rice; beat vigorously.
5. 5
   Cook slowly, stirring constantly, until mixture coats spoon.
6. 6
   Add butter and vanilla.
7. 7
   Pour into 9 x 9-inch glass pan and let cool to room temperature.
8. 8
   Beat egg whites until frothy; add pinch of cream of tartar, then slowly add the 3 tablespoons of sugar on high speed until soft peaks form.
9. 9
   Spread on cooled rice. Bake at 350° for 5 to 10 minutes, until light brown.
10. 10
    Cool.