Cardamom and Cinnamon West Bengal Sweet Rice Pudding

Method

1. Insert_before 0: during preparation, add cardamom and cinnamon to the rice and milk mixture as specified.
2. Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak for 30 minutes. Drain well.
3. In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine rice, milk, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens (about 40-50 minutes).
5. Stir in ghee, sugar, cashews, and raisins. Cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with additional cashews and raisins if desired.