Black Rice Pudding Recipe

black Rice Turns Its Cooking Liquid Purple, And This Rich, Creamy Pudding Will Become A Luscious Lavender.

1 Cup Raw Black Rice
2 1/4 Cups Water
1 1/2 Cups Half-and-half
3/4 Cup Canned Cream Of Coconut
1/2 Teaspoon Rose Water Or Vanilla Extract
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
1 Cup Whipping Cream
1/2 Cup Chopped Pistachio Nuts

place Rice And Water In A Saucepan And Bring To A Boil. Reduce Heat And Simmer, Covered, 55 Minutes.

stir In The Half-and-half And Cream Of Coconut. Slowly Simmer 1 Hour, Stirring Occasionally.

stir In Rose Water Or Vanilla Extract And Salt. Chill Completely.

serve Topped With Whipped Cream And Pistachio Nuts As Garnish.

yields 12 Servings.