Lemon Rice Pudding

Name: Lemon Rice Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 7 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice; 1/3 cup raisins; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

The addition of grated lemon peel adds a flavorful twist to traditional rice puddings. Everyone will savor this refreshingly creamy dessert.—Barbara Parker, Newport, New Hampshire

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Directions

In a saucepan, bring water, rice, raisins and nutmeg to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed. Cool. Prepare pudding mix according to package directions. Stir in rice mixture and lemon zest. Serve immediately or refrigerate.