Kheer - The World's Yummiest One!

Step 1

Wash the rice in 2-3 changes of water.

Step 2

Drain and keep aside.

Step 3

Now pour the fresh milk into a large pot.

Step 4

Bring to a boil.

Step 5

Add rice.

Step 6

Cook on slow fire for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Bring to a boil twice again.

Step 8

Stir constantly.

Step 9

Lower flame and check if the rice is soft.

Step 10

Stir in cardamom powder.

Step 11

Add the milkmaid (make sure that the flame is low).

Step 12

Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 13

Cook till the kheer reaches the consistency of thin porridge or the desired consistency of your choice.

Step 14

Remove from flame.

Step 15

Transfer kheer into a large serving bowl.

Step 16

Garnish with chopped nuts.

Step 17

Do NOT cover the bowl.

Step 18

Allow the kheer to cool down to room temperature.

Step 19

Cover.

Step 20

Refrigerate.

Step 21

Serve cold, or rather, like mom says,"Dig in"!