This incredible recipe came from a cookbook written by a New York City firefighter, benefiting the city's special burn unit in a Bronx hospital. My sister, a rice pudding afficianado had rated this as the best of the best.
Bring to a slow boil and then reduce to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Cook until the rice is soft, about 35-40 minutes.
In a large bowl, blend the eggs, 3/4 c evaporated milk, vanilla and sugar.
Add 1/4 cup evaporated milk to the hot rice.
Add the raisins.
When rice is soft, spoon about 1 cup of the rice mixture into the blended egg mixture, then pour the mixture into the remaining rice and cook until bubbly and thick.
Place into a bowl, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top if you wish.