Cappuccino rice pudding

Serve these at the end of a holiday meal to add a touch of elegance. For a striking presentation, take these classy and captivating treats to the table on a tray.

Makes 8 servings.

3 cups cooked medium or long grain white rice

2 cups whole or 2 percent milk

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

1 tablespoon instant coffee granules

Sweetened whipped cream

Ground cinnamon

Chocolate shavings (optional)

Combine rice, milk and sweetened condensed milk in large saucepan over medium-high heat bringing just to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook 20 minutes, stirring frequently or until thickened.

Remove from heat, stir in instant coffee granules until dissolved. Cool slightly.

To serve, spoon equal amounts of warm pudding* into 8 small coffee cups. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon. Garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.

If chilled, stir and reheat pudding in microwave-safe bowl for 2 to 3 minutes or until warm before serving.

Source: USA Rice, thinkrice.com