• 1/2 cup arborio rice
• 4 cups milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 vanilla bean, split
• 3/4 tsp. almond extract

In a large saucepan, place all the ingredients except the almond extract.  Bring it to a gentle boil and then turn it down to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to keep it from sticking to the bottom, for about 30-40 minutes.  Taste the rice to check for doneness.  The rice should be very soft and plump.

Take the pudding off the heat and stir in the extract.  Serve immediately.