“Gurer Sandesh: A Bengali sweet made with chhena (Indian cheese) and jaggery (unrefined sugar).”

Directions

1. Knead the chhena by hand or with a spoon until it is perfectly smooth and pliable. ≈ 10 min
2. Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the chhena, and stir gently. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
3. After a few moments, gradually incorporate the jaggery, stirring constantly. ≈ 4 min
4. When the mixture thickens and becomes sticky, add the cardamom. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
5. As soon as it detaches from the sides, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool. ⏱ ≈ 20 min
6. Shape small balls, then give them the shape of sandesh (a type of Indian sweet) by hand or in a mold. ≈ 3 min
7. Garnish with cashews or grapes, and serve. ≈ 2 min