Baked Rice Pudding

Baked Rice Pudding

2 cups water

1/2 cup cashews

1/4 cup coconut

8 dates

3 Tbsp. honey

1/4 tsp. orange rind

1/4 tsp.salt

1 tsp. vanilla

1 cup raisins

2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice

Blend the first seven ingredients in the water until very creamy. Add to rice and raisins and stir gently. Bake in oven at 350 degrees F. for 30 - 40 minutes or until firm. Cool slightly and serve wth tofu whipped topping or soy cream.

*This makes a great breakfast dish. Prepare the night before and place in a timed oven so that it bakes while you sleep and is hot and ready for you when you wake up!