Shake off memories of stodgy school dinners: rice pudding, when done right, is a warming, luxuriant delight

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here are almost as many rice puddings as there are savoury rice recipes. If you were also put off by that dazzlingly white, school dinner gloop, fear not, this is a much more luxuriant baked dessert, gently spiced and finished with sweet wine and cream. It can be enjoyed warm or cool, on its own or with a spoonful of jarred fruit or some vivid pink spring rhubarb.

Prep 5 min

Cook 2 hr 10 min