Kharwas

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Ingredients

1 liter	colostrum milk (cheek)
1 cup	jaggery
1 teaspoon	cardamom powder
1 pinch	nutmeg powder
1 tablespoon	ghee
1 tablespoon	chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. 1 In a large mixing bowl, combine the colostrum milk and jaggery.
2. 2 Stir well until the jaggery is completely dissolved in the milk.
3. 3 Add cardamom powder and nutmeg powder to the mixture and mix thoroughly.
4. 4 Grease a deep dish or container with ghee to prevent sticking.
5. 5 Pour the milk mixture into the greased dish.
6. 6 Place the dish in a steamer and steam for about 30-40 minutes on medium heat until the mixture sets.
7. 7 Check with a toothpick; if it comes out clean, the kharwas is ready.
8. 8 Allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
9. 9 Once chilled, cut into squares or desired shapes.
10. 10 Garnish with chopped nuts before serving, if desired.