Portuguese Sweet Rice

4.5
(47)

My mom would always make this delicious, creamy rice pudding when we were kids. If a thicker rice is desired, increase rice to 1 1/4 cups and add another egg. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

7
7
7
7
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Cook Mode (Keep screen awake)

Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 ½ quarts milk

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 2 eggs, beaten

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan over high heat combine sugar and milk. When bubbles form at the edges, stir in rice and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 60 minutes, stirring often, until rice is tender. Do not allow to boil.

  2. Remove from heat and vigorously stir in beaten eggs, a little at a time, until well incorporated. Serve warm.

69 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

296 Calories
5g Fat
53g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 296
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 53g 19%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 34g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 228mg 18%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 316mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.