Pedhas

Ingredients:

500 gms. khoya (mawa)
300 gms. sugar
3 drops colour as required
8 to 10 pistas sliced
1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
cookie mould

Method:

• Grate khoya . Powder sugar . Mix together in a skillet .
• Heat on low flame , stiring continously .
• Cook till mixture thickens . It should form a very soft lump .
• Cool for 10 minutes . Add cardamom powder & colour . Mix well .
• Take a small fistful of mixture . Form a ball . Press into the cookie mould .
• Turn out carefully . Press 2-3 slices of pista on the centre .
• Repeat for remaining mixture .

Note on khoya:

• Khoya is available in most Indian sweetmeat stores anywhere.
• Making at home consumes time but isn't that difficult.
• Boil milk on high flame in a large heavy saucepan till water evaporates ,
• leaving a soft lump. Stir frequently while cooking.
• OR Substitute with 1 tin (400 gms.) condensed milk and 1 cup milk.
• Lessen sugar by 1/2. Boil till a soft lump is formed. Stir continuously while cooking.