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Heat the rice and 2 1/2 cups milk over medium heat in a saucepan. Once boiling, cover and lower to a simmer until the liquid soaks into the rice and turns it thick and fluffy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Add the remaining milk and all other ingredients except the vanilla. Bring the mixture back to a full boil.
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Cover the pan, turn off the heat completely, and let it sit covered for 20 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract before serving.
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Check the texture of the pudding. If it's too dry, add more liquid and stir until creamy. Serve hot, or refrigerate in an airtight container for later use.