CHOCOLATE RICE PUDDING

Steps:

• In a medium pot, bring 1 1/3 cups water to a boil. Add the rice, cover and turn the heat to low. Cook until all the water has been absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool until warm.
• To the pot with the rice, stir in the milk, sugar and salt. Bring to a simmer, turn the heat to low and cook until the mixture is thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm or cover and cool in refrigerate for at least 1 hour.