Rice Pudding

Once you master this simple recipe, you can add fruits and flavorings to it. Its creamy goodness makes it taste like it’s more calories than it is.

Makes 4 servings.

1 cup Arborio rice

14-oz can unsweetened coconut water

14-oz can condensed milk

2 cups milk

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg

Pinch of salt

Raspberries (for topping)

Non-stick cooking spray

1. Spray the inside of the slow cooker liberally with non-stick cooking spray.

2. Combine rice, coconut water, condensed milk, milk, cinnamon or nutmeg, and salt in the slow cooker. Stir well.

3. Cook on Low for 5 to 7 hours, or on High for 2 to 3 hours. Rice should be soft and the liquid thick when it is thoroughly cooked.

4. Serve hot, warm, or chilled, and top with raspberries.