Cook the rice with salt and whole spices. Drain the water once cooked and discard the whole spices. Keep aside. Grind the soaked cashews and poppy seeds with water into a fine paste. Heat mustard oil ...

Because it is served chilled, this is one variation that rice pudding fans can keep squirreled away in the fridge, ready to dish up whenever the craving strikes. Scented with cinnamon, cardamom and ...

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Wrapping a whole snapper in banana leaves keeps the fish super moist—and turns the dish into a total showstopper. Banana leaves will lend a sweet, slightly floral flavor to the fish while it cooks, ...

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1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. 2. Stir in the rice, milk and cream. Bring the ...