1 qt. half and half
1 qt. water
1 c. sugar
1 c. long grain rice
1/2 stick butter
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. raisins or dried cherries

Combine half and half, water, sugar, rice, butter and salt in large saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 40 minutes or more. Add raisins. Remove from heat. Beat eggs with enough water to make 1 cup. Add to rice mixture, beating in quickly with a spoon. Add vanilla. Return to stove and bring to a boil. Refrigerate.