P Nutty Rice Pudding Food

PEPITA RICE PUDDING

Steps:

• Combine 1/3 cup each golden raisins and rum in a bowl and microwave for 3 minutes. Heat 1/2 stick butter, 1/2 cup green pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and a pinch of salt in a skillet until the seeds are golden and the butter turns nutty brown. Stir in the raisin-rum mixture and 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar. Spoon over store-bought rice pudding.

NUTTY RICE

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a pan, add the nuts and toast over medium heat.
• Add cumin and stir.
• Stir in the rice and mix well.
• Add the chopped parsley and mix right before serving.

THAI RED RICE PUDDING

Steps:

• In a large saucepan combine both rices, sugar, salt, 3 cups water, and 3 cups milk. Bring it to a boil and then let it simmer over low heat until half the liquid has evaporated. This will take about 30-40 minute.
• Now add in the rose water, ground cardamom, and the can of coconut milk. Continue simmering another 30-40 minute The mixture should be fairly thick.
• Now add in the lemon zest and 1/2 cup half and half. Check the sweetness and add more sugar if you feel it is necessary. Stir until the mixture is creamy and remove from the heat.
• Garnish with ground pistachio nuts if desired.
• Enjoy!