Stars and Stripes Rice Pudding

Description

Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked rice
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
• 1 egg yolk, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup fresh blueberries
• ½ cup sliced strawberries
• toasted sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
• whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Procedures

1. Combine rice, sugar, milk and cream in 2-quart saucepan.
2. Cook over medium-low heat until thick and creamy (about 20 to 30 minutes), stirring frequently.
3. Remove from heat; quickly whisk in butter, egg yolk and vanilla. Cool.
4. Alternate rice pudding, blueberries and strawberries in parfait glasses or dessert dishes.
5. Garnish with almonds and whipped cream if desired.