Makhana kheer

My mom made this a lot right when Master S was born. It was a shortcut recipe but always worked and came together nicely. 

Take 2 tbsps ghee and about 1 cup or 1.5 cups of makhana. Roast them till they are crisp. Once cool, blend them coarsely. 

Take 3 cups of half and half. Add sugar to taste - maybe 4-5 tablespoons. Add the roasted, crushed makhana. Add 2 tbsps of blanched sliced almonds. Maybe add a few pinches of cardamom powder if you prefer. Put everything in a microwave safe bowl. And put it in the microwave on half power for 15-20 minutes. The kheer thickens on cooling further. 

Top off with a few strands of saffron and some crushed pistachios. 

This kheer is best served chilled.