Preparation Steps

• Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
• In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently.
• Once the mixture comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens, about 45 minutes.
• Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Serve warm, sprinkled with ground cinnamon, or chill and serve cold.