Muhallabia, Lebanese Almond Cream Pudding

I have never made this recipe. I posted it in answer to a request. Please post a review if you try it.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup  rice flour
• 3  cups milk
• 1  pinch salt
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 3⁄4 cup  ground almonds
• 1  tablespoon rose water
•  pistachios (optional, to garnish) or   almonds (optional, to garnish)

Directions

1. Blend ground rice in a 1/4 cup of milk.
2. Bring remainder of milk to a boil and blend in the ground rice mixture, salt & sugar.
3. Stir constantly until the mixture bubbles gently (medium high heat).
4. Simmer for 5 minutes, stir frequently lower heat if necessary so the mixture cooks slowly Add ground almonds and blend until smooth.
5. Add rose water.
6. Remove from heat and stir occasionally until the mixture cools slightly.
7. Pour into a serving bowl and garnish with nuts (optional).