1 c. water
1 1/2 c. uncooked regular rice
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/2 c. raisins (opt.)

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Heat water, rice and salt to boiling in 2 quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Stir remaining ingredients into rice. Pour into ungreased 1 1/2 quart casserole. Place casserole in pan of very hot water (1" deep). Bake, stirring occasionally, until most of the milk is absorbed, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours. 6 to 8 servings.