Mehalliyabeh

Mehalliyabeh  (India Indian Pudding)

Serves 6

1 qt. milk

2 c. sugar

5T. cornstarch

1 2 T. gelatin, softened with water

1-2 T. rose water  (start with 1 teaspoon if you=re not used to the taste)

Crushed or chopped pistachio (garnish, opt.)

Bring the milk and sugar to a boil in a large saucepan, stirring often. Mix together the cornstarch, softened gelatin and rose water. Stir it into the hot milk solution, then pour into four dessert dishes and refrigerate until firm, 6 hours or so. Garnish with pistachios before serving.