Rice Pudding

In my cookbook, Cooking For a Cause, I have three different rice pudding recipes: one baked, one quick & easy and one made in a slow-cooker. I thought I'd share one more with you from my friend, Sue P. It's a very good recipe but requires a little more time on the stove. But believe me, it's worth it!

1 c. rice
6 c. milk (1½ qts)
2 c. water (1/2 qt.)
1 stick butter (1/4 lb
½ c. raisins (opt.)
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Put the rice, milk, water, butter and raisins in a pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add a little of the hot mixture to the eggs, sugar and vanilla, then combine it all together. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg. Serve warm or cold. Delicious!