Rice Pudding, Vol. IV, Episode 21

In this episode, we prepare a rice pudding in the field. The recipe comes from the Military Handbook & Soldiers Manual of Information published in 1861. This is a great way to liven up the simple rice ration and even make a dessert in the field. Thank you to the Waterloo Area Historical Society for hosting us for this episode at the Waterloo Farm Museum.
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[@resolute123]

So this is the Civil War version of Ranger Pudding. Amazing what soldiers do to make their life a little more tolerable.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

And amazing how some things just don’t change.

[@beardyeighty]

We also found that adding a couple slices of onion while the rice was boiling was a nice addition since we didn't have lemon.

[@77thNYSV]

I love the food episodes.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

We are glad you enjoy! There are two playlists here (one Civ and one US) if you ever want to binge watch without the clutter! Will

[@d.m.meister6293]

This recipe is also found in the hospital steward manual. Thank you for making these videos.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

Thanks for noting that! As the recipe is from Soyer, that makes sense. Will

[@wesleycantrell332]

I'm taking these recipes and giving them to my Scout Troop cause we need more food recipes that don't require a lot of food.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

We’re glad they can help Scouts! Do you tell them the recipes are Historic or is it just good, solid recipes for them to make? Will

[@wesleycantrell332]

@@CivilWarDigitalDigest I tell them they are historic, which gives me opportunities to tell them about both the Confederate and Federal camp lives; and other information about the Civil War that I have learned from watching your videos and what I've learned from my trip to Gettysburg during the 155 anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg.

[@KA-vs7nl]

@@wesleycantrell332 thats awesome

[@luismariaberger5055]

nicely done, as always great and educational. Will try this one out next time i am in the field :D

[@blueduck9409]

Almost a pound of sugar ... thats about right for my sweet tooth!

[@rileyhabermehl4194]

Great video

[@1stminnsharpshooters341]

*LIKED* the video - but in the field I'm going to just take a swag measuring the ingredients. See you on the field, at the range, or around the camp fire pards. --- *LT 1st Minn Sharpshooters*

[@1stminnsharpshooters341]

Appreciate all the extra effort you take to make the background setting and "props" authentic - this really adds to the video. This is my goal for my video's as well -- emerging the story in the 1860's.

[@SteveAubrey1762]

love the channel! subscribing, smashed the like button,and ringing that bell.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

Welcome!! We’re thrilled you are here!

[@jacknakash2677]

Good job Will. About how many men/pards will that recipe serve??

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

As a meal alone, I’d say 2-4. Served with a meat like boiled pork, maybe 8. Just working off the pre-cooked weight of 1 lb of rice. Will

[@peterkeen3315]

Who made your forage cap and what style is it? I have an LJ I Phillips from Sekela but I don’t love it just got a good deal on it. To me the brim seems to small. Thank you

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

This one was made by Greg Starbuck.

[@peterkeen3315]

What style is it? LJ&I or George Hoff? I like how the brim looks.

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