Start by rinsing the rice with water. Add rice to a medium saucepan.
Add sugar, vanilla bean and pod, salt, and 1 cup of almond milk.
Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the milk is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Gradually add 5 more cups of almond milk, about 1/2 cup at a time. Let the milk absorb before adding more.
After 25 minutes, the rice pudding will be thick and creamy. Let cool, then stir in the last cup of milk. Remove vanilla bean. Spoon into a pretty glass.
Garnish with fresh berries, or a spoonful of preserves.