Michelle Darmody: How to bake the classic rice pudding — and mistakes to avoid

"Rice pudding can be made in a pot on the stove top, but I prefer the baked version. When it is baked it gets a crisp golden crust on top."

The classic rice pudding

Rice pudding is like a big hug in a bowl, for me it is the ultimate winter comfort food. 

I love adding a spoonful of cherry or raspberry compote, it adds wonderful colour, but also a tartness that offsets the rich, creaminess of the pudding.