Rice Pudding with Vanilla Bean, Orange and Rum

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this was delicious. The hint of orange zest put it over the top.

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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.

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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!

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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!!!!

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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!

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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

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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 wayand 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.

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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!

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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...

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I have now got a winning dish that my family wants me to bring to every Christmas gathering.