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Let it cool slightly, then decorate the top with ground cinnamon in a traditional pattern.","group":"Serving","title":"Pour the rice pudding","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Stirring the rice continuously while adding milk is key to releasing the starch and achieving a creamy consistency without the need for cream. 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