Rinse 1/4 cup rice and soak for 20 to 30 minutes
Boil 1 liter milk in a heavy-bottomed pan
Add the soaked rice to the boiling milk
Cook on low heat, stirring often, until the rice softens
Add 1/2 cup sugar and mix well
Add cardamom powder
Add chopped nuts like almonds, cashews, and pistachios
Add raisins if desired
Cook until the kheer thickens to the desired consistency
Turn off the heat
Garnish with more nuts
Serve warm or chilled