almond halwa

ingredients

1/2 cup almonds powder
1/3 cup milk
4 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
3 tbsp ghee

For the garnish 2 to 3 almonds, peeled and sliced

Method.

1. Take almonds with 4 tablespoons of milk to a smooth paste 
2. Heat the ghee in a non-stick kadhai and add the almond purée. Cook over a slow flame while stirring continuously till the mixture turns golden brown (approx. 15 minutes).
3. Boil together the remaining milk with 4 tablespoons of water, add to the almond mixture and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Add the sugar and cardamom powder and cook till the sugar has dissolved, while stirring continuously.
5. Serve hot, garnished with the almonds.