Maple Brown Rice Pudding

This recipe uses Resistant Starch-rich brown rice instead of the usual white. The almonds pack metabolism-boosting MUFAs, too, and the cinnamon will help steady your blood sugar. To save time, use precooked packaged or frozen brown rice.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups cooked brown rice
• 1⁄2 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 3  tablespoons maple syrup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4  tablespoons  sliced almonds

Directions

1. Combine rice, milk, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Microwave at HIGH 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of milk is absorbed. Top with almonds.