Arroz+con+Leche

= Arroz con Leche =

Arroz con leche is a popular, sweet delicacy brought over to Peru by the Spanish conquistadors. It is thought to have been introduced to the Spanish culture when the Moors occupied the Iberian Peninsula. This is because there are many variations of dishes containing cinnamon and rice in historic Arabic cuisine.

There are about 3 main ingredients to create the dish. Those ingredients are rice, sugar, and milk. However, there are different variations of the dish depending on what Latin American country it is found. In peru, it is common to find ingredients like orange peels, raisins, egg yolks, or even brazil nuts.

In order to make this dish, the rice is first cooked, then added to boiling condensed milk and the rest of the ingredients that are particular to that region. This dish can actually be served both warm or cold, making it a more versatile recipe. People tend to eat arroz con leche as a dessert, since it is so sweet. In Peru, this dish is not exclusive to but most commonly found in restaurants.

By: McKayla Holmes