Almond Pudding / Badam Kheer

Begin by blitzing the blanched almonds along with some milk into a smooth paste

Melt some ghee (clarified butter) in a pan and add the almond paste and cook for 20minutes

The paste should get thick and golden at this point

To this add the rest of the milk and the 1/2 cup of sugar

Stir well

Finally add the cardamom powder and even saffron if you have some

I let this cook for another 5-7mins and remove from heat

This can be served warm or cold, so depending on what you would like, you can serve it immediately, or put it in the fridge and serve when it is cold enough

Garnish with some almonds