Creamy Cardamom Rice Pudding

Indian food is one of my favorite cuisines! This rice pudding reminds me of the yummy one at our local Indian restaurant. Garnish with some whipping cream and cinnamon! xo

5 C Milk
2 C Basmati or Jasmine Rice
1/4 t Salt
1/4 C Brown Sugar
1/3 C Raisins (optional)
1 t Vanilla Extract
1 t Ground Cinnamon
1 t Ground Cardamom

Bring milk, rice, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 -20 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring frequently.
Stir in brown sugar, raisins, vanilla, cardamom and cinnamon. Cook 5 minutes, until thickened.
Remove from heat. Serve warm or cold.