Poha Payasam (Beaten Rice Pudding)

Wash a cup of beaten Rice (Poha), drain well and set aside.

Heat 2 cups of Milk on medium heat until warm enough, add the beaten rice and a tsp of crushed Cardamom. Cook for 10-15  minutes and stir ½ cup of Sugar and ½ cup of Condensed Milk (optional). Remove from heat.

Heat a tbsp of Ghee and saute a tbsp of Cashewnuts, a tbsp of Raisins till golden brown. Garnish the payasam with the sauteed nuts, few Saffron strands and serve warm.