Mexican Dessert Recipes - Arroz con leche and Polvorones

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Arroz con leche (rice pudding).

Source: (c) C. Calhoun 2012. All rights reserved.

Arroz Con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)

I first learned about arroz con leche when I was studying Spanish in college. I subscribed to People magazine in Spanish just to get a little more practice and learn about Latin pop culture. I happened upon this recipe among its shiny pages with actors from various telenovelas, musical concerts and the secret lives of Latin celebrities.
My mom made a type of vanilla pudding with rice when I was growing up. Since my mom is very secretive about her recipes - she always has been - I had to figure out how to make arroz con leche with a flavor that you can only get from a homecooked meal that moms can make.
Over the years, I've made this recipe countless times, sharing with friends and family alike. I make it any time I have a sweets craving. Those cravings can happen any time of year, so even when it's hot out, you can refrigerate this rice recipe and serve it cold.
© C. Calhoun 2012. All rights reserved.

Cook Time

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 25 min

Ready in: 35 min

Yields: About 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup white rice, I used long grain Jasmine rice in my recipe but medium and short grain rice is great, too
• 1 stick cinnamon, cut into pieces (this is optional)
• 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
• 1 can (14 oz.) condensed milk
• 1/2 cup raisins, (optional if you don't like raisins)
• 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 1/2 tsp. salt, I used sea salt in this recipe
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon powder, enough to sprinkle on pudding before serving

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