Wash rice till water is clear. Add water and soak 30 minutes

Bring rice to a simmer and cook, stirring, until all water is absorbed. Add milk and salt, reduce heat to very low, cover and steam 1 hour. Add milk and salt, reduce heat to very low, cover and steam 1 hour

Whip to creamy consistency. Stir in sugar and raisins. Stir in cardamon and bulk of almonds. Garnish with rest of almonds.