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Rasmalai (Indian Cheese Dessert)
2 (15 ounce) containers Ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup Carnation milk powder
8 to 10 cardamoms
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
1 cup half-and-half
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Set aside 2 or 3 tablespoons of the sugar. Crush cardamoms to powder. Mix cheese, sugar, milk powder and 1 crushed cardamom thoroughly. Spread the mixture in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass pan and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven. Sprinkle almonds on top and let cool for one hour.
Mix half-and-half with the 2 or 3 tablespoons sugar and remaining cardamom powder. Pour it on top of baked cake. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Makes about 20 to 24 pieces.
