Pressure-Cooker Cherry & Spice Rice Pudding

Name: Pressure-Cooker Cherry & Spice Rice Pudding
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked rice; 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk; 1 cup 2% milk; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 3/4 cup dried cherries; 3 tablespoons butter, softened; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

I live in Traverse City, which calls itself the cherry capital of the world. What better way to celebrate our wonderful orchards than by using plump, tart dried cherries in my favorite desserts? This pressure-cooked rice pudding recipe always turns out wonderful. —Deb Perry, Traverse City, Michigan

Ingredients

4 cups cooked rice
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup dried cherries
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

Generously grease a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Add rice, milks, sugar and water; stir to combine. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Lock lid; make sure vent is closed. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high and set time for 3 minutes. When finished cooking, allow pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure according to manufacturer's directions. Stir lightly. Serve warm or cold. Refrigerate leftovers.

Test Kitchen tips

For a fun adult dessert item, soak the cherries in alcohol before using.

Use any combination of dried fruits in this recipe.

Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.