Beetroot Halwa

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and grate beetroot.
2. 2
   Put milk and beetroot in a heavy saucepan.
3. 3
   Boil till thick, stirring occassionally.
4. 4
   Once it starts thickening, stir continuously.
5. 5
   Add sugar and cook further till thickens.
6. 6
   Add ghee, elaichi, saffron and colour.
7. 7
   Stir on low heat till the mixture collects in a soft ball or the ghee oozes out.
8. 8
   Serve hot, decorated with a chopped almond or pista.