Tropical Tofu-Rice Pudding

Description

Makes 10 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 2 cups water
• 2½ cups skim milk, divided
• ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
• 2 tablespoons prepared butter flavored granules
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 ounces soft tofu, beaten (about 1 cup)
• 2 x 8-ounce cans crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
• ¼ cup flaked coconut, toasted

Procedures

1. Combine rice, water, 2 cups milk, salt and butter flavoring in large saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Beat eggs; combine with remaining ½ cup milk.
4. Stir into rice mixture. Add sugar and vanilla; cook about 3 minutes. Cool.
5. Fold in tofu, pineapple and whipped topping.
6. Spoon into serving dishes. Sprinkle with coconut and garnish with additional topping, if desired.