Leslie's Rice Pudding

1/2 cup long-grain rice
8 cups milk
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup sugar
6 eggs
2 tbsp vanilla
ground cinnamon

Combine rice and milk in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer uncovered 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add raisins and simmer 5 minutes. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.

In bowl, combine eggs and vanilla, beating well. Fold into rice mixture and stir over low heat until completely blended and slightly thickened. Heat should be very low to prevent curdling. Turn into serving dish, sprinkle with cinnamon and chill.

Makes 8 servings