Arroz con Leche
Arroz con Leche is the Spanish version of the well-known rice pudding in the United States. It’s the ultimate comfort food. And almost without fail, this dessert will make you feel closer to home with every spoon, especially when served warm… so simple, but so perfect!
Ingredients
- 5 cups ( 1. 2 L - 1200 ml) whole milk, (warm)
- 1 -2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 strips of lemon or lime zest
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated or caster sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white rice ((see notes))
- 7 oz (199 g) sweetened condensed milk ((half can))
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter
- Ground cinnamon to serve ((optional))
Directions
- 1
In a medium-size saucepan, add 3 cups of milk, cinnamon sticks, lemon or lime zest, sugar, and salt; mix to combine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, uncovered. When it starts to boil, reduce the heat to low, add rice and cook for 10 - 15 more minutes or until milk is almost absorbed, stirring constantly.
- 2
Then, add 1/2 cup of the remaining milk, keep stirring. When the milk has been absorbed, add 1/2 cup more of milk, repeat the process one more time. You'll be adding 1/2 cup at the time, waiting until it is absorbed to add the next one. With the last ½ cup of milk, add the sweetened condensed milk; mix well to combine. Cook for 2 -3 minutes, or thicken to the desired consistency. Keep in mind that as the rice cools down, it will thicken even more. Turn off the heat.
- 3
Add butter and stir to incorporate.
- 4
Let cool uncovered until it reaches the desired temperature. You can serve it hot, warm, or cold. It's totally up to you!
- 5
Serve with ground cinnamon on top, if desired.