1 c. white rice
Dash of salt
4 c. milk
Raisins (optional)
3 eggs, separated
2/3 c. sugar

Meringue:
3 egg whites
1/3 c. sugar

In large saucepan, cook rice in 2 cups water and salt. When water is gone, add milk and cook until rice is tender and mixture thickens. Raisins may be added. Separate 3 eggs. Beat the egg yolks and add hot mixture, one spoonful at a time, until mixture is warm. Return to saucepan and add 2/3 cup sugar. Gently cook a few minutes longer. Pour into baking dish. Top with meringue.

Meringue: Beat 3 egg whites until stiff; add 1/3 cup sugar. Spread over pudding. Bake at 400 degrees for 3 or 4 minutes or until browned.