Rum And Raisin Semolina Pudding

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pints milk
• 4 oz granulated sugar
• 5 oz semolina
• 6 egg yolks
• 2 egg whites
• Grated lemon peel
• 3/4 oz sultanas (golden raisins)
• 2 small glasses rum
• Butter for greasing mold
• Whipped cream with vanilla (optional)
• Zabaglione (optional)

Method

1. 1 In a saucepan, bring 1 1/2 pints milk and 4 oz sugar to a boil.
2. 2 Gradually whisk in 5 oz semolina. Boil for 15 minutes, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until thick.
3. 3 Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in beaten egg yolks, whites, lemon peel, sultanas, and rum until smooth.
4. 4 Pour into a buttered mold. Serve hot or cold.
5. 5 If serving cold, surround with vanilla whipped cream. If hot, serve with zabaglione.