Walnuts transform classic rice with apples into a brain-boosting delight

Sweet rice with apples serves not only as a snack for the youngsters, but also as a splendid idea for breakfast or an afternoon treat for adults. I know this very well, as I occasionally have it myself. Naturally, the children eagerly join me then and even assist in preparing this dish. It's a splendid way to consume something healthy and enjoy some time together. And the rice with apples? What more can I say – it's delicious! As always.

Despite a tried-and-tested recipe that has been cherished in my family for decades – and I suspect in yours too – I decided to incorporate one more intriguing ingredient into my rice with apples. It’s walnuts – a treasure trove of nutritional value and a remarkable support for brain function. Incidentally, these nuts meld perfectly with the other ingredients. Simply chop them and add them to the mixture. Try it yourself – I guarantee you'll notice the difference. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 200 grams of rice,
• 900 grams of apples,
• 470 ml of milk,
• 6 teaspoons sugar or sweetener,
• 3 tablespoons butter + 1 tablespoon for baking,
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon,
• A handful of walnuts,
• A pinch of salt,
• 1 package of vanilla sugar.

Preparation method:

1. Cook the rice in milk with the vanilla sugar, half of the regular sugar, 2 tablespoons of butter, and salt.
2. After about 15 minutes on low heat (covered), the rice is sufficiently cooked.
3. Melt the remaining butter in a pan, add grated apples, the remaining sugar, and cinnamon. Fry for a few minutes.
4. Finally, add chopped walnuts.
5. Next, grease a baking dish and layer as follows: half of the rice, apples with cinnamon and walnuts, and finally, the other half of the rice. Place another tablespoon of butter on top.
6. Bake the entire dish, covered, for about 20-25 minutes at 180°C.
7. Serve with additional cinnamon and cream. Ready!