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| Rice Pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange and Rum Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Show: Everyday Italian Episode: Risotto Cravings Overall User Rating:  |
Now a Holiday Family Tradition
12/29/2006 at 05:57pm
User: Leslie from Fort Collins, CO User Rating:
I have now got a winning dish that my family wants me to bring to every Christmas gathering.
rice pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange and Rum
12/28/2005 at 06:47pm
User: Charlotte from Walnut, CA User Rating:
My family really liked it was different, thinking of trying will regular vanilla the bean was so expensive.
Delicate desert
12/25/2007 at 04:54pm
User: Irene from JULIAN, CA User Rating:
This is by far the best rice pudding I have ever made. I used Grand Marnier insead of Rum. I have made it twice thus far and know that I will keep this wonderful recipe in my "favorites" box. Also, the Vanilla Bean is well worth using....especially if this desert is made for special occasions. My family oooed and aaahed!!!!yummy!!!!
Excellent and Easy for a Beginner
12/24/2004 at 09:45am
User: DIANE from Woodbury, NJ User Rating:
My family was amazed that I was able to pull this off. I just began cooking and this was my first try at any dessert. It was a huge hit and now I am responsible for bringing this to any family gathering!
Yummy!
12/16/2006 at 09:10pm
User: CATHERINE from Elkton, MD User Rating:
I made this once and now my husband asks for it all the time. Says it tastes even better than his mom's!
Great recipe!
12/10/2007 at 11:45pm
User: Sarah from Newman, CA User Rating:
This is a great recipe, I just wanted to try it out because it sounded good and I ended up eating the whole batch in one night! :) Thanks Giada!
Light, sweet, with rich vanilla taste
12/07/2004 at 04:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The hint of rum complimented the pudding, but did not overpower the sweet,light taste. I found it was gone within a short time. My family talked about it even after the holiday!
Amazing...
12/01/2004 at 05:05pm
User: CANDISE from Lakewood, CO User Rating:
This is so amazing! We had it for a desert on Thanksgiving and everyone loved it!
Best rice pudding I've ever made
11/29/2004 at 12:16pm
User: MARIANA from Cedar Falls, IA User Rating:
We love rice pudding, and I've tried many recipes. Most use cinnamon, and some in my family are allergic to cinnamon. This recipe is unique in its use of orange and rum. Absolutely wonderful flavor combination - the best we've ever tried. This is the gold standard now at our house.
Reminds me of the one my grandma made.
11/27/2004 at 11:05am
User: ALICE from port saint lucie, FL User Rating:
Extremely simple but very delicious. Boy did it bring back memories.
not yet perfected
11/14/2004 at 09:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
the sauce and rice tasted wonderful, but I couldn't get the pudding to thicken. I tried it again with 1/2 heavy cream and 1/2 milk, but still didn't work. Maybe less cream than 5 cups, or maybe I'm still doing something wrong. I'll keep trying to perfect this since it has an amazingly great taste
awful
11/13/2006 at 01:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Came out stiff and not tasty
Awesome
11/09/2004 at 07:07pm
User: ANNE from gansevoort, NY User Rating:
I think this is the best rice pudding recipe ever. My whole family loved it. The orange flavor is wonderful!
delicious
11/09/2004 at 08:33am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
delicious- a dessert that everyone will enjoy.
Very Simple!
11/07/2005 at 03:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this dish for my family and they really liked it. It is very rich and it didn't take long to make at all!
Creamy and Delicious
11/07/2004 at 04:21pm
User: MARDI from West Palm Beach, FL User Rating:
Worth every minute of preparation - Rum is an excellent addition Thanks sooo much
Mmmmmmmmmmm
11/07/2004 at 03:37pm
User: LINDA from Hatfield, PA User Rating:
The best rice pudding I have ever had. Its best warm
rice pudding with vanilla bean, orange and rum
11/02/2004 at 11:04pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love pudding
Perfect!
11/02/2004 at 06:59pm
User: NICOLE from Marysville, WA User Rating:
This recipe is great for people who usually don't like rice pudding. This is the only rice pudding that I will ever eat. The orange makes it refreshing and the vanilla makes it a hit! love it.
Best recipe!
10/24/2004 at 06:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe for rice pudding, it was delicious, and Giada's tip for using risotta rice is what makes the difference. Delicious!
Easy and Decadent
10/22/2004 at 07:55pm
User: MICHELE from jupiter, FL User Rating:
This recipe is very easy, but it taste like it was hard to make!I love it!
A new family favorite!
10/19/2006 at 06:17pm
User: Amy from Miami, FL User Rating:
We were a cinnamon and raisin rice custard family, then we were hooked on cuban style rice pudding with lemon and cinnamon and anise... now my husband is asking for Giada's version every week! The texture was smooth, not too runny at all, and the orange and rum flavors were subtle but fantastic. I imagine that it would turn out a bit runny if you used regular long grain rice or skim milk, but if you follow the recipe exactly, you won't be disappointed.
Yummy!
10/18/2004 at 09:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Yummy! Enough said.
Outstanding!
10/07/2004 at 05:38pm
User: JEANNE from Brook Park, OH User Rating:
I've been trying different recipes for this type of rice pudding for years and this one, beyond a doubt, is the best I've ever tasted! This is my first time using the arborio rice for pudding. I didn't have any vanilla beans but used a few drops of pure vanilla at the end of the cooking period. The pudding was rich and creamy and the rum and orange combo was superb!
easy and delicious!
10/04/2005 at 08:21am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was very flavorful and a big hit with my friends!
darkguyver
10/03/2005 at 11:34pm
User: angel from Trenton, NJ User Rating:
found that it wasn't rich enough so i changed recipe a little instead of5 cups of milk i used 2.5 of coconut milk 2.5 of whole milkand then 2 teaspoon of captain morgan spice rum whoa!and then used orange zest that's it. no segments(try it)other than that it came out great
Creamy goodness
10/02/2004 at 10:26pm
User: SABRINA from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
It takes a while to make, but it's a wonderful refreshing and fulling dessert. I had to use vanilla vodka instead of rum, but it came out just as nicely. The orange zest makes all the difference.
Great light dessert!
09/25/2007 at 06:08am
User: Tawana from bronx, NY User Rating:
this pudding is very refreshing, and not to heavy. It would be just right with a fruity white wine after a heavy dinner. for the person below who gave it 2 stars for not having enough rum flavor is being a little harsh. With the exception of baking (where you have to be exact for it to come out right) recipes are just a guide. if you want more rum flavor add more rum, or try using a better quality one. if you want it to be more sweet add more sugar. too thick? add a splash of milk. everyones taste level varies, but unless its to the point where you have to spit it out, no recipes deserve a two lol
refreshing
09/24/2005 at 04:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i really enjoyed this recipe. it was so light and so full of flavor. it wasn't the same old boring rice pudding we are used to. i will definately make it again.
Looks delicious....
09/24/2005 at 12:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Looks delicious....
Better than Grandma's Rice Pudding
09/22/2005 at 07:29pm
User: Samya from Perrysburg, OH User Rating:
I have to say I have always thought my grandmother made the best rice pudding...this recipe tops the charts. I am a big rice pudding fan and this recipe has wonderful flavors. Tastes Great!
Great!
09/21/2004 at 06:28pm
User: SEAN from Denver, CO User Rating:
This recipe is easy and delicious. It tastes like a creamcicle.
Amazing!!
09/10/2006 at 03:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Cook the rice a bit longer than suggested to get a creamer texture. Otherwise, incredible! Great recipe
Rice Pudding
08/04/2006 at 05:15pm
User: Ron from omaha, AK User Rating:
Wonderful, needs a little more sugar and not cooked so long.
Great texture and flavor!
08/04/2005 at 03:28pm
User: angie from cary, IL User Rating:
Thanks so much for the recipe. I have been trying to make arborio rice pudding for years but it was too thick on rice with no pudding texture at all. This recipe finally gives me the correct amounts of milk needed to create the perfect texture!! It's great comfort food. I omitted the rum and added 1.5 cups of coconut "milk" as a substitute for some of the milk. My family loved it!!
Rice Pudding
08/03/2006 at 03:27pm
User: SHERRY from Rochester, IN User Rating:
This is the best!!! I will make this often. Thanks
EXCELLENT
08/03/2006 at 09:46am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Nice twist on an old standard. I used skim milk as I'm always seeking good, low fat ideas, but needed to increase the sugar. Worked great.
Rice Pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange and Rum
08/02/2006 at 03:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Simple, easy, convenient, good for home entertaining. Practical and useful.
Better than Old Fashioned
07/28/2006 at 08:57pm
User: Joan from Lynnwood, WA User Rating:
I was very plesantly surprised that this tasted better than the old fashioned rice pudding my mom makes...and it's good!
molabear
07/28/2006 at 07:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very good
aborio rice pudding
07/28/2006 at 04:53pm
User: Martie from Pollock Pines, CA User Rating:
Too expensive for everyday family(vanilla bean-$10.00 for one. Then even though all your recipes are fabulous this one tend to be runny even though I cooked it at the required time. I gave it a 3 because it was excellant taste.
SOMEWHAT DISSAPOINTING
07/28/2006 at 07:32am
User: barbara from baltimore, MD User Rating:
This is not one of the better rice puddings that I have made or tasted. I found it too thick and not creamy enough. Also the grain of the rice had too heavy of a consistancy. I could not really taste the rum; also added rasins as my only change. The orange did have a nice flavor, but I won't make this one again.
GREAT
07/27/2006 at 12:15pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
THIS IS REALLY DELICIOUS!!
And I thought I didn't like rice pudding...
06/27/2007 at 10:08pm
User: ANNE from Seattle, WA User Rating:
This is the best rice pudding recipe I've tried, and I've even tried another one with rum. After trying other recipes, including Barefoot Contessa's, I just thought that rice pudding wasn't for me. But I love Giada's version. What really sets this apart is the orange zest (but don't put in extra! A little goes a long way)and rum. I also like that Giada uses milk instead of cream; cream makes it richer but not necessarily better. Like other reviewers, I also liked it served warm. I heeded their warnings and found that it didn't need to cook as long as the recipe states. This all means that I can have it simmering while I cook dinner and it's ready by the time I'm ready for dessert. So it's an easy and quick dessert as well.
creamy and yummy
06/23/2005 at 07:07pm
User: CARRIE from Hartford, CT User Rating:
I made this with vanilla soy milk (8th contintent)and it was great! My husband really enjoyed it as well.
Delicious!
06/05/2008 at 12:39am
User: Hope from Chester, PA User Rating:
I prefer mine with the orange zest & orange segments, but I also make it without the oranges for my hubby and kids. I usually just make two versions and I add a little more milk so that it stays loose and creamy during refrigeration. It's quick and easy and very refreshing!
Super Yummilicious
06/02/2006 at 03:50pm
User: Christy from Denver, CO User Rating:
In the 70's, my mom would always use leftover rice and pawn it off to the family as dessert. This dessert has since changed my views! I've made it twice for guests to rave reviews.
yum
05/30/2006 at 08:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
that was goooooooooooooooooooood
The BEST recipe!!
05/27/2005 at 08:19am
User: Dawn from Gurnee, IL User Rating:
The recipe is fairly simple. It was creamy, sweet and delicious. All of the right flavors were put together in this recipe! Everyone loved it!!
Ho Hum
05/23/2005 at 09:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was easy, it was creamy but it was pretty much flavor free. An egg would have helped a lot.
Can't wait to make it again!
05/15/2007 at 10:12pm
User: S from Burbank, CA User Rating:
Even though rice pudding is one of my favorites, I had never made it before. This was so delicious. I love the orange zest in it. I served it warm and it was decadent!
Fantastic
04/21/2008 at 05:29am
User: Sandra from Pakenham vic Australia, VT User Rating:
A sensational aroma alound with an outstanding taste
Exquisitely Good
04/09/2005 at 12:15pm
User: ALLISON from Iowa, LA User Rating:
This rice pudding is the best! I had never had rice pudding before I made this recipe, so when I tasted it, I was very surprised. It is soooo rich and creamy that I would recommend anyone who makes it to make only a fourth of the batch. The riceness of the cream makes it so you can only eat a few tablespoons at a time. Serve it with orange segments and it helps cut the richness. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to make a good impression!
not my style
03/27/2005 at 08:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love rice pudding but this was not good for me or for my two kids.we just didn't like it very much.tasted a little bitter to me
A Very Sweet Delite!
03/27/2005 at 12:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a lovely receipe! It did take longer than the expected - but it was still lovely. I did note that next time I would add a little less sugar - it was really, really sweet - but I also added some groud cardamom and it added great flavour to the dish! Enjoy
Like this one but,,,
03/24/2005 at 12:24am
User: CAROLYN from Woodbridge, NJ User Rating:
I have trouble getting it to come out creamy. Last two times I made it, it came out on the dry side. Too dense. I like it velvety. I'll keep trying until I get it right.
Loved it!!!
03/13/2006 at 11:48am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I loved this pudding, but I defintiely thought it was better without the oranges.
Very tasty twist on an old favorite
03/10/2006 at 11:43pm
User: Wanda from Adamstown, MD User Rating:
I love this recipe. I make it all the time for special and not so special occasions and everyone raves.
Mixed Family Reviews
02/24/2005 at 08:43am
User: PAM from perry, OH User Rating:
I liked this while it was still warm. My husband and 12 year old did not care for it. Seemed to get heavy after it cooled.
Wonderful
02/20/2005 at 07:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I was surprise with how simple this dessert was to make, and how amazingly good it was. The only hard part about it is waiting 5 hours, but well worth it.
Best Ever Rice Pudding
02/17/2008 at 05:23pm
User: RENAY from chattanooga, TN User Rating:
My family loved this rice pudding. The Madagascar Vanilla Bean is well worth the cost and the arborio rice didn't make the pudding mushy. It is a very sophisticated taste--perfect for my company! Thanks!
easy and yummy
02/14/2008 at 02:30pm
User: michael from w. sayville, NY User Rating:
this was delicious. The hint of orange zest put it over the top.
The Most Delicious Rice Pudding
02/13/2007 at 07:26pm
User: Linda from poughkeepsie, NY User Rating:
I have made this recipe many times and it is one of my favorites. The only problem is that I could eat it all on my own, but try not to. I substitute Madagascar Vanilla Extract instead of the vanilla bean but will definately try using the vanilla bean one of these days. I can't imagine it getting any better!!!! Giada's recipes are always great...
Rice Pudding
02/10/2006 at 08:13pm
User: Darlene from Homosassa, FL User Rating:
This is the best rice pudding and very easy to make. My friends loved it.
Unique flavor, but not amazing
02/09/2006 at 04:24pm
User: Jennifer from Kirkland, WA User Rating:
I made this for a dinner party and doubled the recipe for 8 servings. It did seem to thicken fairly well while I was simmering it. However, once it was refigerated for 6 hours, the rice seemed to settle towards the bottom 2/3 of the cup. I ended up stirring each cup before I garnished it with the orange slices. I also don't think it was as thick as it could be. My guests raved about the flavor, but I wasn't blown away myself. This dish takes some time to babysit on the stove and I don't think the effort is worth the result necessarily.
scrumptious
02/07/2006 at 04:21pm
User: kasey from burlington, WA User Rating:
sweet and tasty, yum,yum!!!
Delicious!
02/07/2005 at 02:42pm
User: CARI from Hazlet, NJ User Rating:
I enjoyed this very much although I did not use a vanilla bean or the dark rum because I didn't have any. Instead, I used a little pure vanilla extract and vanilla flavored rum and it was fabulous. My husband didn't care for the grated orange peel in this but he is VERY picky eater. Will definately make again.
Easy to make and simply delicious
02/06/2005 at 10:03pm
User: NIKKI from New York, NY User Rating:
This is by far one of the easiest and best desserts I ever made from the food network. I even left the rum and vanilla bean out and substituted vanilla extract instead and it was still delicious. The important ingredient is the orange zest and slices...it sure adds that extra something to a pretty plain dessert.
Rice Pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange and Rum
02/04/2008 at 07:40pm
User: Jean from Brampton, ON User Rating:
I have never made a rice pudding that did not call for eggs. This recipe took some time, although it was very creamy and set up well. I will definitely use this recipe again.
'rice' and easy
02/03/2005 at 06:21pm
User: JOANNE from Shirley, NY User Rating:
This recipe hails as so simple that I could commit it to memory while watching Giada make this; and within minutes after the show, I was eating rice pudding. Next time I make this, I will shorten the time it thickens at end. I believe this is one of those recipes that is done about 5 mins. before it looks like it is. That way it will remain moister even when it sets. The only work involved is stirring.
Keeper
01/29/2006 at 05:09pm
User: VALERIE from Parker, CO User Rating:
This recipe was too easy for words. I didn't have DARK rum so I sub.light rum and threw in some grand mariner or however the french spell it. Then for added flavor some cinnamon. For beautiful presentation I layered smaller orange pieces on the bottom, middle and then garnished on top. Yummy! Great recipe Giada!
A little orange-y
01/27/2006 at 05:01pm
User: Marc from valencia, CA User Rating:
I've made this a couple of times, and thought it was decent. I definitely preferred it warm, especially with the creamy texture of the arborio rice. I thought the orange zest was really over-powering though. The second time I made it, I cut the zest in half, and still found it to be strong. I would rather have a stronger vanilla and rum taste with a hint of orange, so I will probably cut it down to 1/4 tsp of zest in the future.
YUMMY!
01/10/2008 at 10:20pm
User: Stephanie from Andover, MN User Rating:
I have tried my hand at a few rice puddings and they are just never quite what I am looking for. This is so perfect in texture and flavor. I will admit I was a bit reluctant to try as I have had this recipe for years and just now tried it. I am used to the good old cinnamon and vanilla flavors and just wasn't sure of this combo, but it sounded good enough to print. Now that I have made it, I wish I wouldn't have waited so long! So refreshing and addicting...better than the cinnamon. Use a good fresh, soft vanilla bean which is a far better deal if you buy in bulk online. You will pay $10-$12 for 1 bean in a grocery store and it will usually be crusty and old because no one wants to pay that money and they just don't turn over. Get used to using them and buy in bulk for a dollar or less per beautiful, fresh bean! Worth it! Mine took maybe 20-25 minutes TOTAL to get to its' final destination, so a bit less then recommended and it was perfect. I had to take it off as it was getting quite thick and would have been ruined in the recommended time. Can't wait to run this one by my dad who is a rice pudding fanatic! :) Oh, and we couldn't wait, so we ate it warm (actually a bit hot still) and it was good, but the serving I had for breakfast was cold and the flavors were more distinct...I thought better. Gotta go eat my last helping now for my late night treat! This will be a regular in this house! Enjoy!
Simple & Light Dessert - Brea, CA
01/09/2006 at 12:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was a nice simple dessert that had the subtle orange taste. Its a light dessert that people can enjoy. I took a fair liking to it.
Best rice pudding recipe
01/09/2005 at 01:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Terrific.
This is one to try
01/07/2005 at 09:17pm
User: PRISCILLA from San Marcos, TX User Rating:
This rice pudding recipe is one of the best ones I have tasted. All of the flavors compliment each other very well. The recipe states to cook the rice pudding 5 to 10 minutes longer to thicken but mine took about 15. It was wonderful. I will definitely make this recipe again.