Method
Grate khoya. Powder sugar. Mix together in a skillet. Heat on low flame, stirring continuously. Cook till the mixture thickens. It should form a very soft lump. Cool for 10 mins. Add cardamom powder and colour. Mix well. Take a small fistful of mixture and form a ball. Press into a cookie mould. Turn out carefully. Press 2-3 slices of pista in the centre. Repeat for remaining mixture.

Note on khoya: Khoya is available in most Indian sweetmeat store anywhere. Making at home consumes time but isn’t that difficult. Boil milk on high flame in a large heavy saucepan till water evaporates, leaving a soft lump. Stir frequently wile cooking or substitute with 1 tin (400 gms) condensed milk and 1 cup milk. Lessen sugar by ½. Boil till a soft lump is formed. Stir continuously while cooking.