It’s the happiest time of the year! The holiday are in full swing, the weather is cooling down and we get to spend time with our loved ones. I also failed to mention that we get to eat all sorts of amazing food from turkey to casseroles to pie. As much as I love hanging with family, I also love that I get to spend time with my friends since our schedules are a little more flexible this time of year.
One of my friends hosted a fun Friendsgiving with the most amazing decor and food that I wanted to share for inspiration. The apple cider with cinnamon sticks were darling and added a special touch.
One of my very favorite decorations was the “thankful tree.” There was a tree with a bunch of branches and cards for us to write what we are thankful for. It’s such a simple decoration but has so much meaning. Not only was it great to take a few minutes to really think about Thanksgiving and what it means to me but I also loved reading everybody’s thankful card. 
The table was beautifully set with all sorts of Fall decor. I love that rice was used to hold the candles in place. Not only is rice inexpensive to use for decorations but it’s something I always have in my pantry. 
After our Friendsgiving, I started planning for my Thanksgiving dinner that I have every year with our family. I am usually the lucky one that gets to bring dessert and instead of the same old desserts that I bring every year, I wanted to switch it up a bit but keep it somewhat traditional. Anything with pumpkin is always a hit, so I created a Pumpkin Pie Rice Pudding that everybody will love.
This recipe incorporates two things I absolutely love: Rice and Pumpkin. Who knew the two would be a perfect match? My father is from Okinawa so every single meal while growing up we had rice. It didn’t matter what we were eating, the side dish would always be rice. Since that is engraved in my brain, I still make every single night with our meal. It’s a staple in my house and always will be.
One reason I love this recipe is because I usually already have all of the ingredients and it only takes 20 minutes to make. Let’s get started!
Grab these ingredients from your pantry/refrigerator:
- 1 1/2 cups Minute White Rice, uncooked
- 1 12oz can of Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
First mix together the rice, evaporated milk, pumpkin, water, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt in a medium saucepan. 
Now cook over medium heat 20 minutes. I would not recommend leaving this on the stove without supervision. Watch over it and stir often. You don’t want it to burn! Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. 
After stirring in vanilla, let the mixture set for about 10 minutes. It will thicken up quite a bit. 
Once it thickens, it’s time to eat! I love this recipe because you can eat it plain or add all sorts of toppings to change up the flavor. I added a little bit of whip cream and pecans to change up the consistency a bit. 
This recipe is not only full of flavor, it’s very filling and can take the place of any dessert. No matter how many people you are serving or their ages, this recipe will loved by all!
Pumpkin Pie Rice Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Minute White Rice, uncooked
- 1 12oz can of Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup Libby's 100% Pure Pumpkin
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. First mix together the rice, evaporated milk, pumpkin, water, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt in a medium saucepan.
2. Cook over medium heat 20 minutes. I would not recommend leaving this on the stove without supervision. Watch over it and stir often. You don't want it to burn!
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
4. After stirring in vanilla, let the mixture set for about 10 minutes. It will thicken up quite a bit. Once it thickens, it's time to eat! I
What is your favorite dish made with rice?
Yum! I’ve never thought of combining rice pudding with pumpkin before- sounds delish!
This recipe sounds great! I never heard of using rice in a pumpkin pie recipe!
That rice pudding looks delicious! Pinning so I can give it a try.
I have to admit, I’ve never tried rice pudding before. I think the texture may throw me off but I’m sure this recipe is great so I may PIN this and give it a shot soon.
That looks so yummy! I love the addition of pumpkin – makes it extra festive!
I could really go for a rice pudding like this. That pumpkin pie flavor sounds amazing and rice pudding is always so comforting.
I love rice pudding but never attempted to make my own. It looks much easier than I expected and I am sure it tastes amazing!
I have never had rice pudding before. I bet pumpkin pie rice pudding is delicious!
I love rice pudding! This looks like a delicious fall dessert.
I have never had rice pudding before, but I’m up for trying a pumpkin pie version! Sounds delish!
When I was pregnant I was OBSESSED with rice pudding! Now, I haven’t eaten it since my daughter was born…..this might make me put it back into rotation! YUM!
This recipe looks so delicious and easy to make. It will be perfect for dessert this weekend. My kids are going to love it.
Yum!! That looks delish!! And I don’t even like Pumpkin;) Your friend’s ‘friendsgiving’ is such a lovely idea too!
I’ve never had rice pudding but it looks so good I just might have to try it! I LOVE the table setup! It’s beautiful!
Pumpkin everything! I love the favors of fall so much. My kids have never had rice pudding but I’m sure they are going to love this variety.
I made this last year and it was so good. Thanks for the great recipe idea.
I like rice pudding a lot. Pumpkin Pie rice pudding sounds fantastic.
I love pumpkin anything and I love rice pudding. I can’t believe I have never had Pumpkin Pie Rice pudding. Oh, my yum! Pinned!
My grandmother would love this, she is all about a good pumpkin recipe. I’ll have to try it.
This looks so good. I’ve never tried rice pudding before so I haven’t a clue what it tastes like but I bet its amazing!
I haven’t had rice pudding in years! I bet this was a hit at Thanksgiving!