Khaskhas Kheer / Poppy seeds Payasam

Wash poppy seeds and soak in milk for half an hour

Remove excess milk from poppy seeds.

Add half of almonds and cashew nuts to soaked poppy seeds and blend in to a fine paste

Heat ghee in a heavy bottom pan and add ready paste

Sauté on low heat till ghee separates

Now add milk, sugar and saffron strands.. let it cook on low heat..till it's starts thickening

Add remaining dry fruits, cardamom powder and raisins

Garnish as you like and serve hot or cold it tastes equally delicious