Making perfect rice pudding can be a real challenge. It’s so easy to end up with a watery mess or a lumpy, burnt disaster. But what if you could effortlessly create a creamy, authentic Turkish Rice Pudding (Sütlaç) every single time? This recipe, passed down through generations, is the secret to achieving that perfect texture and flavor.

— Ingredients —
* 1 tea glass of rice (approximately ½ cup)
* 3 cups of hot water
* 5 cups of milk
* 1 cup of sugar
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* Chopped hazelnuts (for garnish, optional)
* Ground cinnamon (for garnish, optional)

— Instructions —
1. Rinse the rice and place it in a pot.
2. Add 3 cups of hot water to the rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
3. Drain the cooked rice.
4. Add 5 cups of milk to the drained rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
5. Add 1 cup of sugar. Stir well and simmer for 5 more minutes.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract and simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and ladle into bowls.
8. Let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped hazelnuts and/or ground cinnamon, if desired.

This secret recipe unlocks the true potential of simple ingredients, creating a rich, comforting dessert that will impress everyone. You’ll finally be able to share the authentic taste of Turkey with your loved ones and enjoy the feeling of culinary mastery!

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