Name: Beetroot Halwa
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Yield: 20 people
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 4 kg Beetroot (Fresh, medium-sized); 3 liters Milk (Full fat for richness); 2.5 cups Sugar (Adjust based on taste); 6 tbsp Ghee (For flavor); 2 tsp Cardamom (For aroma); 1 cups Cashew Nuts (Chopped, for garnish and texture); 1 cups Cornflour (Chopped, for garnish and texture); 0.5 cups Raisins (For sweetness and texture)

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How to Prepare

Wash, peel, and grate the beetroots finely using a grater.
Heat ghee in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add the grated beetroot to the pan and sauté for 10-12 minutes until it softens and releases moisture.
Pour in the milk and stir well. Cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the milk is absorbed.
Add sugar and cardamom powder. Mix well and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Stir in the chopped nuts (cashews and almonds) and raisins. Cook for 2 more minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the halwa cool slightly before transferring to serving bowls.
Garnish with additional nuts if desired and serve warm.