1. Prep & Combine (The Quiet Foundation)
Rinse rice thoroughly and drain well.
In a heavy-bottomed 3-quart saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, egg, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in the rice.
2. Simmer with Patience (The Ritual)
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat—tiny bubbles at the edges, never a boil.
Reduce heat to low and partially cover, leaving a 1-inch gap for steam. Simmer 1 to 1½ hours, stirring every 15 minutes and scraping the bottom.
Done when:
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Rice is tender, not mushy
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Pudding coats the back of a spoon
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Liquid has thickened into a soft custard
3. Rest & Settle
Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes. Stir gently until velvety smooth.
4. Crown with Gold (The Joye Secret)
Preheat broiler to HIGH.
Transfer pudding to a shallow 8×8-inch ceramic or glass dish. Mix brown sugar and butter until crumbly and sprinkle evenly on top.
Broil 2–3 minutes, watching constantly, until bubbling and deep amber.
⚠️ Sugar burns fast—do not walk away.
5. Serve with Love
Let rest 5 minutes so the crust sets into crackling perfection.
Dust with nutmeg or cinnamon. Serve warm in shallow bowls. Add cream just before serving, if desired.
Tips for Perfect Pudding (Joye-Approved)
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