Ingredients

• 1 litre milk
• 3/4 cup cashew nuts, soaked for 3-4 hours in warm water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp each- almonds & pistachios, slivered thinly
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
• 1/4 tsp saffron, soaked in 1 tbsp of hot milk

How to Make Cashew Nut Kheer

• Rub saffron soaked in milk with pestle till dissolved and keep aside.
• Drain water from cashew nuts (save some for garnish) and grind to a smooth paste.
• Put milk to boil in a large, heavy pan.
• Add sugar and allow it to simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add cashew nut paste, stir, and bring to boil; then simmer on low for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add slivered nuts, mix, and take off fire.
• Pour into individual bowls.
• Sprinkle bits of cashew nut and cardamom powder on each.
• Spray some saffron milk on top with a small kitchen brush or with hands.
• Serve hot and fresh.