Yield: Makes 6 servings.

1 cup uncooked rice
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cups milk
1 whole blanched almond
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)

Combine rice, sugar, salt and milk in top of double boiler. Cover and cook over simmering water 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until thickened, stirring frequently. Stir in almond and vanilla extract. Serve with cinnamon, if desired.