Orange and Blueberry Rice Pudding
Zest (grated peel) and juice of 1 orange
Rice milk to make 2 cups when added to orange juice
1/3 cup arrowroot
1/4 cup fruit sweetener (available in health food stores)
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray or lightly oil a 9" x 9" baking dish. Combine orange juice and zest with soy or rice milk, arrowroot, fruit sweetener, and salt in a blender. Pour over rice, mix, and pour mixture into baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes or until thick. Remove from oven and spread blueberries on top. Return to oven and bake for another 15 minutes. Pudding thickens as it cools.(Serves 6)
Traditional rice pudding is often laden with eggs and dairy. This vegan version can be varied according to your own taste. Try sliced peaces or mangos with a hint of ginger, or apples mixed with lemon, cinnamon, and maple syrup. There are numerous possibilities for this basic pudding.