QUICK GAJAR HALVA

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_Gajar halva_ is a luxurious Indian dessert made from carrots slowly cooked down with sweetened milk and spices. This version is fast enough for weeknights and brings the warmth of the Indian sun to mind.

Provided by Ian Knauer

Time 35m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound carrots, coarsely grated
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Accompaniment: whole-milk plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Bring carrots, cream, raisins, sugar, and cardamom to a boil with 1/8 teaspoon salt in a 3- o 3 1/2-quart heavy saucepan, then cover and gently boil, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid has evaporated, about 25 minutes. Uncover and boil, stirring often, until liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

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