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Rice Pudding: an ancient classic

• Sarah and Doug • Season 2 • Episode 77

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In this episode... Rice pudding is a classic comfort food with roots in India and China. On today's episode we explore the history of rice pudding and make the viral Riz Au Lait from L'Ami Jean in Paris. 

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