Swedish Rice Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl mix together 1/2 Cup sugar,cornstarch, salt and nutmeg.
3. 3
   Using a wire whisk, beat the milk, egg yolks and vanilla into the sugar mixture.
4. 4
   Stir in the rice.
5. 5
   Pour into ungreased 1 1/2 quart casserole.
6. 6
   Set casserole in 9-inch square baking pan.
7. 7
   Place in the oven; pour hot water 1- inch deep into 9- inch square baking pan.
8. 8
   Bake, stirring occasionally, until pudding is creamy and the milk is absorbed (about 1 1/2 hours).
9. 9
   Remove from the oven.
10. 10
    Heat oven to 400 degrees.
11. 11
    In small mixing bowl beat egg whites at high speed, scraping bowl often, until soft peaks form (1 to 2 minutes).
12. 12
    Add the sugar gradually, and continue beating until stiff peaks form (1 to 2 minutes).
13. 13
    Spread meringue over pudding, sealing around edges.
14. 14
    Bake for 5 to 8 minutes more, or until meringue is lightly browned.