Norwegian Rice Pudding

It seems that most countries have their own version of rice pudding.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup long-grain rice
• 6  cups boiling water
• 1  quart milk
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 2  tablespoons butter, melted
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  almond extract
•  freshly ground nutmeg
• 1⁄2 cup  coarsely ground  blanched almond
• 1  cup heavy cream, whipped for garnish

Directions

1. Place the rice in a strainer and pour the boiling water over the rice. Drain well.
2. Place the rice, milk and salt in a double boiler and cook, covered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until all is thick and creamy.
3. Stir in the butter, sugar, almond extract, nutmeg and almonds.
4. Serve warm or chilled, with whipped cream.