Kesar Pedha

Ghee...3 tbsp
Milkmaid ....200gms
Milkpowder...200gms
Cardamom pd,kesar dissolved in milk and pista or kaju to decorate
In a nonstick pan heat the ghee and then add the milkmaid.stir it for 5 min then add the milkpd.keep stirring till it thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.now add the kesar milk ,cardamom ,mix well and switch off gas.when slightly cooler grease palms with ghee and make pedhas .Decorate with pista or kaju (optional)

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