Coconut Rice Pudding (Kheer)

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the rice thoroughly in several changes of water and put in a deep pot.
2. 2
   Add milk and bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Lower the heat and cook milk, gently boiling for 1 hour or until the rice is thoroughly cooked and the milk has thickened to a pudding consistency.
4. 4
   Add sugar, cardamom and coconut, mix well.
5. 5
   Distribute the pudding into 4 serving dishes and garnish with raisins and almonds.
6. 6
   Chill for 4 hours before serving.