Kheer (Rice Pudding)

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup basmati rice
• 1 1/2 liters whole milk
• 6 slightly crushed cardamom pods
• 4 ounces caster sugar
• 1 tablespoon chopped raisins
• 3 tablespoons slivered almonds

Directions

1. 1

   soak rice in water for 30 minutes

2. 2

   place milk, sugar and cardomom pods in heavy based pan and bring to boil.

3. 3

   add rice, lower heat and simmer one hour.

4. 4

   add raisins and almonds and bring to a low boil.

5. 5

   cook for 50 mins or until it has consistency of porridge.

6. 6

   stir frequently to avoid mixture sticking to base of pan.

7. 7

   serve warm or cold.