Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding

2 eggs, beaten
4 cups milk
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.

Beat eggs and add milk. Stir in white sugar, uncooked rice, butter, vanilla extract, raisins, and nutmeg.

Pour into prepared pan. Bake uncovered, for 2 1/2 hours. Stir frequently during the first hour.

Serve warm, cold, or at room temperature.
Servings:16