Recipe for Kheer - Authentic Indian Cuisine

Kheer
Ingredients

½ cup rice, 4 cups milk, ¼ cup raisins, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp cardmom seeds, ¼ cup shredded almonds, 6-8 drops rose water and ½ cup water

Preparation (serves 6 people)

• Wash and drain the rice. Soak in 1/2 cup water for 1/2 hour.
• Boil the rice in the same water until it is coated and the water dries up. Add the milk and simmer on low heat for 1 1/2 hours.
• Scrape the sides and bottom frequently to prevent sticking and mash rice while stirring. When it is creamy, add sugar and stir in well.
• Remove from heat and add crushed cardamom seeds, rose water and shredded almonds.
• Serve hot or cold decorated with (optional) silver leaves.