Caramel-topped Rice Custard

==Description==
Makes 6 servings.
== Ingredients ==
* 12 caramel candies
* 2¼ cups milk, divided
* 2 cups cooked rice, cooled
* 4 eggs
* ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* ¼ teaspoon salt 
 
== Directions ==
# Combine caramels and ¼ cup milk in small saucepan.
# Cook, stirring, over medium-low heat until caramel melts.
# Place equal amounts into 6 buttered ¾ cup custard cups.
# Spoon ⅓ cup rice into each cup.
# Blend remaining milk,eggs, brown sugar, vanilla and salt; pour evenly into each cup.
# Place cups in shallow pan containing 1 inch water.
# Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, or until custard is set.
# Loosen custard with knife and invert onto dessert dishes.
# Garnish with chopped nuts or coconut, if desired.
# Serve warm.
Category:American Desserts
Category:Brown sugar Recipes
Category:Caramels Recipes
Category:Coconut Recipes
Category:Custard Recipes
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Milk and cream Recipes
Category:Egg Recipes