In a large pot, add the milk, uncooked rice, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, a pinch of saffron, and the cinnamon stick.
Over high heat, bring the pot to a boil.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium low and allow to simmer for 20 minutes.
While cooking, stir the rice constantly to help it cook evenly and prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
After 20 minutes, add the white sugar and continue to cook at a simmer for 10 minutes. Don’t forget to keep stirring!
Before serving, remove the cinnamon stick.
Spoon into bowls and sprinkl