In a bowl add rice and 1 cup water and let sit for 30 minutes.

In a large pot add the remaining water, cinnamon, and cloves. Bring to a boil and add the rice and water. Return to a boil for lower heat to medium-low. Allow rice to simmer for 10 minutes. Remove a few grains of rice and test between your fingers to check for doneness. The majority of the water should be absorbed into the rice.

Add the 3 cups of milk and the condensed milk or the sugar and stir until well incorporated. Leave the heat at medium-low. Stir often. Please note: If using Sugar cane Syrup add before the milk and allow to melt, then add the milk

Once everything is well incorporated add the raisins or dried fruit of your choice. Turn heat down to the lowest setting and let cook for 5 minutes. Stir often to ensure that rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan.