Catrina's Rice Dessert

This easy rice pudding is full of plumped raisins and is spiced with cinnamon.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1 cup sugar-free vanilla yogurt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 packets SPLENDA or other non-calorie sweetner
• Frozen light whipped topping, thawed(optional)

Directions:

1. Combine rice and water in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until rice is very tender and water is absorbed. Allow to cool. 3. Meanwhile, place raisins in a small bowl and add hot water to cover. Let soak to soften for 10 minutes. Drain water. 4. Stir yogurt, cinnamon, sweetener and raisins together. Add cooled rice. Pour into individual serving dishes and top with non-dairy topping, if desired. Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving time.

Number of Servings: 4

Notes from the Cook: Prep time 30 minutes