Creamy Rice Pudding
["1/2 gal. milk", "1 c. rice (long grain)", "1 c. sugar", "3 eggs", "1 Tbsp. vanilla", "2 Tbsp. butter or margarine (optional; add to milk, rice and sugar before cooking)"]
["Into a large pot, place and mix milk, rice and sugar.", "Bring to a boil; lower to medium heat.", "Let simmer until most of liquid is absorbed (about 45 minutes).", "Stir occasionally.", "When done, slightly beat 3 eggs in a small bowl; add some hot mixture and mix.", "Add the egg mixture to the milk mixture.", "Cook 1 or 2 minutes longer.", "Remove from heat; add 1 tablespoon vanilla.", "Mix. Pour into an 8 x 10-inch pan.", "Refrigerate.", "Dust with cinnamon. Serve cold."]
["milk", "rice", "sugar", "eggs", "vanilla", "butter"]