Arroz con Leche

Ingredients

• 1 cup Short-grain white rice
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 1 strip Lemon peel
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, combine the rice, milk, cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and a pinch of salt.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the rice from sticking.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 30-35 minutes. Stir occasionally until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened to a creamy consistency.

4. 4

   Stir in the sugar and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon peel.

6. 6

   Serve warm or chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.