by shayma
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Expand2 tablespoons butter Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cardamon pods, seeds extracted, pods discarded Ask a question about this ingredient
handful slivered almonds + more for garnishing Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup farina Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup water Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup milk Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
handful golden sultanas + more for garnishing (my preferred sultanas are from Iran- found in any Persian market) Ask a question about this ingredient
pure maple syrup (I like Grade 'C' from Quebec, which is Amber) Ask a question about this ingredient
In a medium-sized frying pan (8in), melt butter on a low to medium flame.
Ask a question about this stepAdd seeds from cardamom pods, slivered almonds and farina; saute till fragrant and the farina changes colour slightly - approximately 5-7 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepIn the meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, bring water, milk and salt to a gentle, rolling boil.
Ask a question about this stepSlowly whisk in the farina till it thickens. If you feel you would like it thinner, keep a kettle of boiling water handy to play with the consistency.
Ask a question about this stepAdd sultanas.
Ask a question about this stepServe hot, garnished with more sultanas and slivered almonds.
Ask a question about this stepAnd then douse it with as much maple syrup as you like, straight into your bowl!
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