Country Rice Cereal with Blueberries

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5 from 1 vote

Here's a recipe I like to make when I have some leftover rice. So creamy and delicious.

Prep Time10

Cook Time18

Total Time28

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cooked Rice, Fresh Blueberries, Half and Half Cream

Servings:

Calories: 352kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

3 cups cooked white rice I like to use Jasmine
2 cups Half and Half Cream
3 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup blueberries rinsed and drained

Additional Toppings

1/3 cup brown sugar optional
3 tablespoons honey optional

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Instructions

Gather the ingredients so you have everything close at hand on the counter or table.

*If necessary, you may prepare rice ahead of time, using 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice and 3 cups water + 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Prepare as directed by package, simmering for approximately 20 minutes.

Prepare the Blueberries

Using a colander, rinse and drain 1 cup blueberries.

Make the Rice Cereal

In a medium saucepan, combine 3 cups cooked white rice, 2 cups Half and Half Cream, 3 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Add the fresh blueberries and gently stir to combine. To serve, top with 3 tablespoons honey or 1/3 cup brown sugar and heavy cream. Makes 4-6 servings.

Notes

*Unless otherwise indicated, all butter used on this recipe site is salted.

**Turn this cereal into a pudding by adding 1/4 - 1/3 cup of brown sugar to the rice when you bring the mixture to a boil. Continue with the recipe as directed.

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