Step 1: Mix the rice, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan.
Step 2: Stir in the milk and add the piece of vanilla bean or the vanilla extract.
Step 3: Place the mixture over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring often.
Step 4: Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the mixture becomes thick. Stir often.
Step 5: Remove the vanilla bean and serve warm with cinnamon and sugar to taste.
Step 6: A dollop of fruit compote, fresh fruit, or your favorite combination of toppings makes this a really special sweet treat.
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