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Almond Kulfi.

Weekends are boring until I cook something new and refreshing. So there is a fun to do recepie awaiting for you. Basic ingredients available in a nearby store is what you'll need.

Ingredients:
1. Milk - 1/2 litre
2. Milkmaid - 100 to 150 grams
3. Almonds - 15 nos.
4. Elaichi/cardamom powder - 1/2 tsp
5. Fresh Cream - 2 tbsp (Optional)
6. Corn flour - 1 tsp

Method
1. Bring the milk to boil.
2. Grind about 10 almonds coarsely.
3. Pour the almond powder into the boiling milk.
4. Add the milkmaid and continue stirring for about 5 min. [Also add the fresh cream if available.]
5. Add the elaichi powder.
6. Add a little water to the corn flour and pour the mixture into the boiling milk mixture.
7. Stir continuously on medium flame for another 2 minutes or until the solution thickens.
8. Chop the remaining almonds into thin slices.
9. Pour the contents till 3/4th of the kulfi container. Sprinkle the chopped almond slices and fill the kulfi mixture to the brim of the container.
10. Refrigerate these filled containers. The kulfi is ready and set in about 5 hours.

Yummy and refreshing indeed for a hot summer.

Variations: You could also add saffron soaked in milk which would enhance the flavor.

Next I'd also try the Pista flavoured kulfi. Definitely post on how it tasted. Please do not hesitate in adding on a little calories as this kulfi is simply the best delight.

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