3 egg whites
1 egg
1 1/2 cups 1% milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cups cooked rice
1/3 cup dates, chopped
Pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon
How to make this recipe:
In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine egg whites, egg, milk, sugar and vanilla. Beat until combined but not foamy.
Add cooked rice and dates and mix well. Pour rice mixture into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Place casserole dish in a baking pan then place in oven. Pour boiled water into baking pan around the casserole dish to a depth of about an inch.
Bake, uncovered at 325 degrees F for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted halfway between the edge and the center comes out clean.
Serve warm or chilled with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon. Makes 4 servings.
- Public Health of Seattle & King County: Reprinted with permission.


