4 eggs, beaten
3 c. milk
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tsp. grated lemon rind
2 c. cooked rice
1/2 c. seedless raisins (more, if you wish)
Whipped cream topping (opt.)
Combine all ingredients (except whipped cream topping) and pour into a 2 1/2 quart baking dish. Set dish in a pan of hot water. Bake in 300 degree oven for about 1 hour. After first 30 minutes, insert spoon at edge of pudding and stir from bottom. Continue baking until knife inserted near center of pudding comes out clean. Serve hot, warm or cold.
Serves about 6 to 8.
I just made this last night and it was a great evening treat!
