MAKHANE KI KHEER ( Vrat ka Khana)

Ingredients:

Makhanas .... 1/2 cup

Milk ............. 2 cups

Sugar ........... 2-3 tbsps. (according to your taste)

Green cardamoms ... 2-3

Saffron ..................... a pinch

Ghee....................... 1 tsp.

Chopped pistachios and almonds .. to garnish.

Method:

1. Heat the ghee and break the makhanas into it. Saute for a minute on low flame till the colour changes to light pink.

2.In a pan pour the milk and add the makhanas, cardamom and saffron. 3.Let it simmer until the makhanas are cooked and the milk reduces to half. Keep stirring from time to time. At this stage stir in the sugar and mix well.

Garnish with chopped nuts and serve hot or cold.