Rice Pudding

3/4 C. white rice
1 1/2 C. water
1 1/2 + 1/2 C. milk
1/3 C. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
2/3 C. raisins
1 Tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract

1. Combine rice & water in medium pot, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover & let simmer until cooked (20 minutes).
2. Turn up heat to medium, add 1 1/2 C. milk, sugar & salt.  Let cook until thick and creamy, stirring often.
3. Stir in remaining 1/2 C. milk, egg & raisins.  Cook 2-5 more minutes, until desired consistency is reached, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat, stir in butter & vanilla.  Serve warm or cold.

-Makes 4-6 servings & is especially delicious when topped with ground cinnamon