| 1. | Bring 8 cups water to boil in Handi on high heat. Add rice and salt. Stir. Bring to boil. |
| 2. | Reduce heat to medium. Boil till rice is half cooked (about 10 minutes). Drain rice in a colander. Wash and dry Handi. |
| 3. | In a large saucepan, put remaining water (½ cup), milk and saffron. Bring to boil on high heat. Add sugar. Stir constantly till sugar is dissolved. Add rice. Mix. Remove from heat. |
| 4. | Heat ghee in Handi on medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add cardamom and rice mixture. Stir. Bring to boil (about 3 minutes). |
| 5. | Reduce heat to very low. Cover. Simmer for 20 minutes, or till rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. |
| 6. | Place meethe chawal in serving bowl. Sprinkle almonds. Serve hot. |