Rice Atole (Mexican Rice Pudding/Arroz Con Leche)

• 1 12 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
• 2 cups water
• 1 large cinnamon stick (or 2 smaller ones)
• 4 cups milk, warmed (see description)
• 12 teaspoon vanilla (or more, to taste)
• 34 cup sugar

1. In a large saucepan or pot, combine water, rice and cinnamon sticks and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to simmer, cover pot and heat for 10 minutes or until water is absorbed.
3. Add the warmed milk, cover and continue to cook over low heat for another 15-20 minutes stirring after 8-10 minutes.
4. (The mixture will thicken as the rice absorbs the milk).
5. Add the sugar and vanilla and continue to simmer (uncovered) for 3-5 minutes to dissolve sugar completely (It will thicken even more as it cools).
6. Place into a large serving dish or individual custard cups.
7. Place cinnamon stick on top and sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish if desired.
8. Serve warm or cold, for dessert, snack, or breakfast.

longgrain white rice, water, cinnamon, milk, vanilla, sugar

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/rice-atole-mexican-rice-pudding-arroz-con-leche-322124 (may not work)