Arroz con leche

Combine 7 cups milk, a pinch of salt, the cinnamon sticks and half a cup of sugar; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes.

Add the rinsed rice, stir, reduce to the lowest heat, cover and cook 35 minutes, stirring every five minutes so it does not stick.

Mix 1 cup milk, half a cup of sugar and the cornstarch until dissolved; add the vanilla.

Pour the mixture into the rice, stir, cover and cook 15 minutes more or until the rice is fully cooked.

Taste and add more sugar or milk if wanted; remove the cinnamon sticks.

Serve hot, or cool to serve cold. Top with raisins or fresh fruit if wanted, or sprinkle with cinnamon and garnish with a cinnamon stick.