Barnyard Millet Sweet Pulao

Ingredients

• 1 cup Barnyard millet
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2-3 green cardamom pods
• 4-5 cloves
• 1/4 cup mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, raisins)
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries or chopped dates
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• A pinch of saffron strands (optional)
• Chopped fresh mint leaves for garnish