Creamy Rice Pudding

 for four

• 1 1/2 cups cold water
•  3/4 cup uncooked white rice
•  2 cups milk, divided
•  1/2 cup white sugar
•  1/4 teaspoon salt
•  1 large egg, beaten
•  1/2 cup golden raisins
•  1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1.  Pour water into a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat; stir in rice. 
2. Reduce the heat to low, cover,  and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
3.   Combine cooked rice, 1 1/2 cups milk, sugar, and salt in a clean saucepan.
4.  Cook over medium heat, stirring  often, until thick and creamy, about 15 minutes
5.  Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk, the beaten egg, and the raisins; cook for 2 minutes more, stirring constantly. 
6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla until combined..
7.  Serve warm